Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus officinalis) — Wine-Processed Dried Fruit, 500g Food Herb

Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus officinalis), also known as Shān Yú Ròu (山萸肉) or Jujube Peel (枣皮), is the dried, wine-processed fruit of a highly revered traditional herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). For centuries, Shan Zhu Yu has been prized as a stabilizing, astringent, and essence-preserving herb, traditionally used to anchor the Liver and Kidney, restrain leakage, and support the body's vital essence. Its nature is slightly warm, sour, and astringent, making it a gentle yet profoundly nourishing herb for long-term wellness formulas.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Liver- and Kidney-nourishing food herb
• Wine-processed for enhanced traditional character
• Cornus officinalis dried fruit
• Sulfur-free, new-crop quality
• 500g bulk pack for daily decoctions and tonics

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sun-dried and wine-processed to preserve its deep purplish-red color, fleshy texture, and mild fruity aroma. When decocted, the fruit softens and releases a gently sour, slightly sweet flavor with a subtle wine note, adding depth to traditional tonics and teas without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions and tonics
• Daily herbal tea blends
• Medicinal food soups and congee
• Longevity and essence-nourishing formulas
• Soup-pack ingredient

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Shan Zhu Yu is decocted into soups, tonics, and longevity formulas to support the Liver and Kidney, preserve vital essence, and promote daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in traditional congee, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, Chinese yam, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a slightly sour, mildly sweet infusion.

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