Cornus Fruit Shan Zhu Yu 山茱萸 Dried Asiatic Dogwood Fruit for Tea and Decoction 500g

Dried Cornus Fruit, known in TCM as Shan Zhu Yu (山茱萸), also called Shan Yu Rou (山萸肉), from Cornus officinalis. These dried fruit pieces, traditionally referred to as Zao Pi (枣皮), are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient valued in TCM theory for their sour and slightly warm nature, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped as tea, or added to herbal formulas. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb Shan Zhu Yu 山茱萸 from Cornus officinalis dried fruit
• Also known as Shan Yu Rou 山萸肉 or Zao Pi 枣皮 in traditional herbal trade
• Sulfur-free processing with no sulfur fumigation
• Traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels in TCM theory
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-purple to dark red wrinkled fruit pieces with a soft, slightly sticky texture. The aroma is mildly sour and fruity, and brewed tea typically carries a pleasantly tart, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in traditional decoctions
• Add to herbal soup blends
• Use in congee or seasonal tonic recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Shan Zhu Yu is traditionally used in decoctions and classic formulas, often paired with herbs such as Shu Di Huang and Shan Yao. It is traditionally associated with nourishing and consolidating in traditional theory. The fruit is also steeped alone as a tart herbal tea or added to congee during autumn and winter.

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