Dried Camellia Flower Tea Shan Cha Hua 500g Sun Dried Whole Blossoms for Herbal Infusions and Blends

Dried Camellia Flower Tea, known in TCM as Shan Cha Hua (山茶花), from Camellia japonica. These whole dried blossoms are harvested and sun dried to preserve their natural form. In TCM theory, camellia flower is traditionally associated with a bitter and slightly sweet flavor and a cool nature. Traditionally used in herbal teas and floral blends, it can be steeped alone or combined with other botanicals. Store in a cool dry place away from moisture and strong odors.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried camellia flowers sourced from Hebei and sun dried for natural preservation
• Botanical source Camellia japonica with Chinese name Shan Cha Hua 山茶花
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its cool nature and bitter slightly sweet flavor
• Versatile loose blossoms suitable for solo steeping or mixing with other floral herbs
• Bulk 500g packaged supply suitable for daily home use and retail resale

Quality & Sensory

The dried blossoms typically show pale pink to whitish petals with a light floral aroma and a dry crisp texture. When steeped, they typically yield a pale golden infusion with a delicate mildly astringent floral taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep alone as a light floral herbal tea
• Blend with chrysanthemum or rose buds for mixed flower infusions
• Add to herbal tea blends for a delicate floral note
• Use in seasonal floral beverage preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, camellia flower has been used in floral decoctions and daily teas, often paired with chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, or other cooling botanicals. It was traditionally included in spring and summer herbal drinks and in blended flower teas prepared by steeping the dried blossoms in hot water.

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