Dried Hawthorn Slices Shan Zha 250g with Cassia Seed 250g for Tea and Herbal Drinks
Price range: $6.05 through $12.61
Description
Dried Hawthorn Slices, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida, paired with Cassia Seed, known as Jue Ming Zi (决明子), from Cassia obtusifolia. This 500g set combines center-cut hawthorn rings with dried cassia seed, two classic botanicals traditionally used in Chinese herbal teas and sour plum drink recipes. In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour and sweet with a slightly warm nature, while cassia seed is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold. Steep or simmer as part of traditional herbal beverages.
Key Selling Points
- Center-ring dried hawthorn slices selected for even thickness and clean appearance
- Includes 250g hawthorn and 250g cassia seed in one convenient set
- Hawthorn sourced from Crataegus pinnatifida fruit, a staple TCM botanical
- Cassia seed traditionally used in Chinese herbal teas and cooling drinks
- Ideal for sour plum soup, hawthorn tea, and seasonal home recipes
Quality & Sensory
Hawthorn rings typically show a warm reddish-yellow color with a firm, dry texture and a fruity, tangy aroma. Cassia seed typically appears as small, glossy brownish-green seeds with a mild grainy scent. Brewed together, the infusion typically tastes pleasantly tart and lightly sweet with a smooth finish.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal set for tea and culinary use |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 山楂 决明子 |
| Pinyin | Shan Zha, Jue Ming Zi |
| Botanical Name | Crataegus pinnatifida, Cassia obtusifolia |
| Plant Part | Hawthorn fruit slices, cassia seed |
| Net Weight | 500g total (250g each) |
Usage Scenarios
- Steep hawthorn rings in hot water for a traditional tangy herbal tea
- Simmer with dried plums and other botanicals for sour plum soup
- Add cassia seed to daily herbal infusions following traditional recipes
- Use in congee or dessert soups for a fruity traditional touch
Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, hawthorn slices are commonly simmered or steeped for daily fruit teas and are a key ingredient in homemade sour plum soup alongside dried plum, licorice, and osmanthus. Cassia seed is traditionally prepared by lightly roasting and steeping as a grainy herbal infusion. Both are familiar seasonal botanicals in Chinese households, especially during warm months.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is included in this product?
A: The set contains 250g of dried hawthorn center-ring slices and 250g of dried cassia seed, totaling 500g.
Q: What are the traditional characteristics of these herbs?
A: In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour, sweet, and slightly warm, while cassia seed is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold. Both have long histories in traditional Chinese herbal teas.
Q: How are they commonly prepared?
A: Hawthorn slices can be steeped or simmered for tea or sour plum soup, and cassia seed is traditionally lightly roasted and steeped as an infusion.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Specification | 50 grams of hawthorn, 100g bag, 250g dried hawthorn, 500g dried hawthorn, 1000g dried hawthorn, A jar of hawthorn, Two jars of hawthorn, Three jars of hawthorn, 250g dried hawthorn 250g lotus leaf granules, 250g dried hawthorn 250g dried bitter melon, 250g dried hawthorn 250g dried jujube, 250g dried hawthorn 250g cassia seeds |
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