Dried Perilla Leaf Granules Zi Su Ye Folium Perillae Herbal Tea Material Culinary Spice 500g

Dried Perilla Leaf Granules, known in TCM as Zi Su Ye (紫苏叶), from the leaf of Perilla frutescens. This sun-dried and cut granular herb is a classic Chinese botanical traditionally associated with releasing the exterior and harmonizing the middle. In TCM theory it is pungent in flavor and warm in nature. Suitable for tea blends, decoctions, and culinary seasoning; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Perilla frutescens leaf cut into convenient granules for easy brewing and cooking
• Known in TCM as Zi Su Ye (紫苏叶), a widely used traditional Chinese herb
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural aroma and color of the leaf
• Versatile ingredient for herbal tea, decoction pieces, and crab or seafood seasoning
• Sold as a 500g (1 jin) pack of edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Typically green to purplish-green in color with a soft, flaky granular texture. The leaves carry a distinctive aromatic, slightly minty and basil-like fragrance. When steeped or simmered, the infusion typically tastes warm, fragrant, and mildly herbal.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a warm herbal tea, alone or blended with other botanicals
• Simmer in decoctions following traditional herbal preparation
• Use as an aromatic seasoning for crab and seafood dishes
• Add to soups and congee for traditional flavor and aroma

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zi Su Ye is traditionally used to release the exterior, disperse cold, and regulate qi, and it is a familiar pairing with seafood such as crab in Chinese cooking. Traditionally prepared as a decoction or infused tea, it is also used seasonally in folk practice. This listing describes traditional use only and does not replace professional advice.

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