Ci Li Dried Fruit (Rosa roxburghii) — Freeze-Dried Cili Berry for Tea & Daily Wellness
Price range: $4.93 through $13.19
Description
Ci Li Dried Fruit (Rosa roxburghii), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Cì Lí (刺梨), is the dried fruit of a revered wild botanical native to the mountainous regions of Guizhou, China. Also called the Roxburgh Rose or Cili Berry, Ci Li has been prized for centuries as a sour, astringent, and spleen-supporting fruit used to aid digestion, support fluid balance, and enliven the appetite. Its nature is cool, sour, and slightly astringent, making it a refreshing yet gently tonifying fruit for daily nourishment.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional food-herb fruit from Guizhou
- Freeze-dried to preserve color and aroma
- Rosa roxburghii — Roxburgh Rose
- Suitable for tea, infusion, and daily snacks
- 500g value pack, 24-month shelf life
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully freeze-dried to preserve its golden-yellow to pale amber color, crisp texture, and bright fruity aroma. When steeped in hot water, the dried fruit softens and releases a tangy, slightly sweet infusion with a clean, refreshing finish. The powder form offers a fine, light-yellow texture with a concentrated tart fragrance.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Fruit / Freeze-Dried Fruit |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Ci Li |
| Botanical Name | Rosa roxburghii |
| Origin | Guizhou, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea and fruit infusion
- Daily wellness drink blends
- Congee and grain porridge
- Fruit powder for smoothies and drinks
- Seasonal nourishing soup ingredient
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Ci Li is decocted into teas, fruit infusions, and congee to support digestion and daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in Guizhou-style seasonal drinks, where it pairs with ingredients like rock sugar, goji berry, and jujube. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with chrysanthemum and honey for a bright, tangy infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Ci Li?
A: Ci Li is the common Chinese name for the dried fruit of Rosa roxburghii, also called the Roxburgh Rose or Cili Berry. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and daily nourishment.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Ci Li?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Ci Li is associated with aiding digestion, supporting fluid balance, and enlivening the appetite. It is often used in teas and congee for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Ci Li fruit?
A: Rinse the dried fruit and steep it in hot water as a tea, or simmer it with soup and congee ingredients. The powder form can be stirred into warm water, smoothies, or drinks. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Optional 500g, 500g in total, Freeze dried prickly pear 250g, Prickly pear powder 500g, 500g freeze dried prickly pear |
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