Dried North Schisandra Berries Wu Wei Zi Whole Selected Grade 500g Sun Dried Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried North Schisandra Berries, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These whole sun-dried fruits are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for their five-flavor profile of sour, sweet, and pungent notes. In TCM theory they are associated with the lung, heart, and kidney channels. Suitable for teas, decoctions, and culinary herbal preparations as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Key Selling Points

• Selected-grade North Schisandra berries with plump whole fruits
• Botanical source Schisandra chinensis known as Wu Wei Zi in TCM
• Sun-dried processing with no sulfur fumigation
• Sourced from Liaoning province in northeastern China
• Versatile for herbal teas decoctions and culinary blends

Quality & Sensory

The berries are typically deep red to dark reddish-black with wrinkled skins and a slightly oily surface. They carry a distinctive aromatic scent, and when brewed or decocted they yield a complex taste that is sour and slightly sweet with warm pungent undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small handful in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Add to congee or soups for traditional flavor
• Infuse into homemade syrups or infused honey

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Wu Wei Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as Mai Men Dong or Shan Zhu Yu in classic formulas. It is traditionally associated with supporting normal fluid balance and calming the spirit in traditional theory. Some households also add a few berries to congee or seasonal tonics during autumn and winter.

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