Dried Litchi Seed Li Zhi He 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Herbal Teas

Dried Litchi Seed, known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核), from Litchi chinensis, the dried mature seed of the lychee fruit. In TCM theory it is warm in nature with a slightly sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. This pre-packaged herb is sun-dried whole seeds, commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Litchi Seed, a classic TCM botanical known as Li Zhi He (荔枝核)
• Botanical source Litchi chinensis, processed by traditional sun-drying
• In TCM theory warm in nature with slightly sweet and slightly bitter flavor
• Pre-packaged 500g total supplied as two sealed 250g jars
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically the seeds are oval to oblong with a reddish-brown to dark brown surface and a hard, dense texture. They have a faint characteristic aroma, and when decocted they typically yield a mild, slightly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a component of herbal teas
• Combine with other TCM herbs in formulas
• Use in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Li Zhi He is traditionally used in decoctions and is a familiar ingredient in classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Xiang Fu or Xiao Hui Xiang in traditional preparations. It is commonly simmered whole or crushed before decocting, and appears in folk herbal practice for seasonal wellness routines.

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