Dried Amla Fruit Yu Gan Zi 余甘子 Phyllanthus emblica Whole Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction 500g

Dried Amla Fruit, known in TCM as Yu Gan Zi (余甘子), from Phyllanthus emblica, offered as whole dried fruit. Traditionally associated with a cooling nature and sour, astringent flavor, this botanical is valued in Tibetan and Chinese herbal practice. Clean and free of visible impurities, it is suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and culinary preparations. Consult a qualified practitioner before regular use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Amla fruit supplied as a clean, sorted raw botanical
• Botanical source Phyllanthus emblica with TCM name Yu Gan Zi 余甘子
• Traditionally valued in Chinese and Tibetan herbal practice for its cooling, sour-astringent character
• Dried whole fruit form suitable for tea, decoction, and culinary use
• Bulk-friendly 500g bag with 12-month shelf life under refrigerated storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried fruit appears yellowish-green to brownish with a wrinkled, firm surface and a faintly sour aroma. When brewed or decocted, it typically yields a tart, astringent taste with a subtle sweet aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a sour herbal tea, alone or with other botanicals
• Add to soups or congee in small amounts for culinary use
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal blends and formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM and Tibetan herbal tradition, Yu Gan Zi is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting healthy digestion, and it is a recognized ingredient in classic compound formulas. It is commonly decocted with other herbs, steeped as a tart tea, or used in seasonal wellness preparations. Traditional practice often pairs it with cooling botanicals in daily herbal drinks.

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