Dried Lychee Seed Li Zhi He Whole Herb Bulk Wholesale Natural Sun Dried

Dried Lychee Seed, known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核), from Litchi chinensis, the dried seed of the lychee fruit. This whole-form botanical is naturally sun dried and supplied as a raw edible agricultural product. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation. Commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas, it is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried lychee seeds in their natural form, not processed or altered
• Botanical source Litchi chinensis, a classic TCM seed herb
• Naturally sun dried to preserve the traditional character of the herb
• Sourced from Guangxi, a recognized lychee growing region
• Supplied in kilogram bags, suitable for bulk purchase and decoction use

Quality & Sensory

Typically oval to oblong seeds with a reddish brown to dark brown surface and a hard, firm texture. The aroma is mild and slightly starchy, and when decocted the seeds typically yield a light, subtly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to herbal soup formulas
• Used in folk-style herbal teas after decoction
• Incorporated into seasonal wellness recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, lychee seed is traditionally associated with moving qi and dispersing stagnation, and it is often included in formulas paired with herbs such as tangerine seed or fennel for abdominal and hernia-related patterns. It is typically broken or crushed before decocting and simmered with other herbs in a covered pot.

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