Dried Sea Buckthorn Berries Sha Ji 500g Wild Sea Buckthorn Tea Fruit Herbal Snack

Dried Sea Buckthorn Berries, known in TCM as Sha Ji (沙棘), from Hippophae rhamnoides. These whole dried fruits are harvested from wild-growing shrubs in Xinjiang and gently dried for preservation. In TCM theory, Sha Ji is traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, lung, and heart channels and has a sour, slightly warm nature. Traditionally valued in herbal practice, the berries are commonly simmered as tea, infused in decoctions, or added to culinary recipes. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried sea buckthorn berries from wild-growing Xinjiang fruit
• Botanical source Hippophae rhamnoides known in TCM as Sha Ji 沙棘
• Traditionally associated with spleen stomach lung and heart channels in TCM
• Naturally dried whole fruit suitable for tea decoction and culinary use
• Convenient 500g resealable pack for daily herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

The dried berries typically show a deep orange to amber color with a wrinkled, slightly glossy surface. They carry a characteristic tart, fruity aroma. When steeped or simmered, the liquid typically takes on a golden hue with a pleasantly sour, tangy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a daily herbal tea or fruit infusion
• Add to decoctions and traditional herbal formulas
• Steep with goji berries or chrysanthemum for a seasonal drink
• Incorporate into congee jams or baked goods for a tart flavor

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Sha Ji has long been included in folk herbal preparations, often simmered alone or combined with other berries and roots in decoctions. It is traditionally associated with supporting digestive and respiratory balance in TCM theory. The dried fruit is also a popular seasonal ingredient in northern China, where it is brewed into warming winter drinks or cooked into preserves and syrups.

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