Dried Gang Nian Zi Fruit Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Whole Berries for Herbal Wine and Tea 500g

Dried Gang Nian Zi (岗捻子), the ripe fruit of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa, also known as Shan Nian Zi or Ren Zi Guo, is a sun-dried wild berry traditionally used in southern Chinese folk practice. In TCM it is traditionally associated with tonifying the kidney and supporting qi and blood. These whole dried berries are commonly steeped in liquor or brewed as tea. This is a food-grade agricultural product, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried fruit of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa known in Chinese as Gang Nian Zi or Shan Nian Zi
• Sun-dried whole berries with the natural purple-black color and sweet-tart character of the fruit
• A classic southern Chinese folk ingredient traditionally used for soaking in liquor
• Sold as loose dried agricultural produce in a 500g pack
• Suitable for herbal wine, fruit tea, and traditional seasonal preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep purple to blackish-brown whole berries, wrinkled and slightly sticky when dried, with a mild fruity aroma. When steeped or soaked, they typically yield a reddish-purple tint and a sweet, slightly tart taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep whole dried berries in white liquor to make traditional fruit-infused herbal wine
• Brew as a standalone fruit tea or blend with other dried berries
• Simmer into syrups, jams, or sweet soups for seasonal home use
• Add to congee or dessert soups in small amounts for traditional flavor

Traditional Uses

In southern Chinese folk tradition, Gang Nian Zi berries are most famously used to make infused liquor, often combined with goji berries or other tonic fruits. They are also traditionally simmered into sweet soups or brewed as tea, especially in summer and autumn. In TCM the fruit is traditionally associated with astringent, tonifying properties supporting the kidney and qi.

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