Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup
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Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup

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Description

Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba), also written as 荜澄茄 and known in English as Mountain Pepper or Cubeb-like Litsea Fruit, is the dried ripe fruit of a traditional food herb native to Sichuan, China. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) it is known as Bì Chéng Qié (荜澄茄), a warming aromatic fruit prized for centuries as a gentle herb used to warm the middle, disperse cold, and move qi. Its nature is pungent and warm, making it a soothing yet invigorating herb for supporting digestive comfort and warming the body.

Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview

Key Selling Points

  • Traditional warming aromatic food herb
  • Dried Litsea cubeba fruit from Sichuan
  • Clean, impurity-free new-crop quality
  • Suitable for tea, soup, and culinary use
  • 500g bulk loose-pack supply
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its dark brownish-black color, wrinkled firm texture, and intense aromatic peppery aroma. When brewed or simmered, the fruits release a warm, pungent, slightly citrus-like fragrance with a mild spicy taste, adding depth to teas and broths without overwhelming other ingredients.

Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Herb Fruit
Common Name Bi Cheng Qie
Botanical Name Litsea cubeba
Origin Sichuan, China
Net Weight 500g
Shelf Life 18 months
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Herbal tea blends
  • Chinese-style soup and broth
  • Culinary seasoning for stews
  • Seasonal warming decoctions
  • Soup-pack ingredient
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Bi Cheng Qie is decocted into soups, teas, and warming tonics to support digestive comfort during cold seasons. It is a common ingredient in Sichuan-style medicinal food soups, where it pairs with ingredients like ginger, jujube, and tangerine peel. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other warming herbs for a pungent, aromatic infusion.

Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation
Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea cubeba) — Dried Sichuan Cubeb Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Bi Cheng Qie?

A: Bi Cheng Qie is the common Chinese name for the dried ripe fruit of Litsea cubeba, also called Mountain Pepper. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and soup.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bi Cheng Qie?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bi Cheng Qie is associated with warming the middle, dispersing cold, and moving qi. It is often used in soups and teas for daily seasonal warmth.

Q: How do I use dried Bi Cheng Qie fruit?

A: Rinse the fruits and simmer them with soup ingredients, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.

Additional information

Weight 1 kg
Dimensions 25 × 18 × 8 cm

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