Dried Osmanthus Flowers Gui Hua 500g Natural Sun Dried Herbal Tea from Guangxi

Dried Osmanthus Flowers, known in TCM as Gui Hua (桂花), from Osmanthus fragrans, the small fragrant blossoms of the sweet olive tree. Naturally sun dried to preserve their golden color and signature apricot-like perfume. In TCM theory, osmanthus is traditionally associated with warming the middle and supporting comfortable digestion. A classic floral ingredient for tea, desserts, and culinary use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried osmanthus flowers from Guangxi, a region famed for sweet golden osmanthus
• Botanical source Osmanthus fragrans, the blossoms used in Chinese herbal and culinary tradition
• Naturally sun dried without added flavoring or coloring
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with warming the middle and supporting digestion
• Versatile floral ingredient for tea blends, desserts, and cooking

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden to amber-yellow tiny blossoms with a light, dry texture. The aroma is intensely sweet and floral, often described as apricot-like. When steeped, the liquor typically takes on a pale golden hue with a delicate honeyed floral taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep alone or blended with green, black, or oolong tea for a fragrant floral infusion
• Add to desserts, jams, syrups, and baked goods for natural osmanthus flavor
• Use in osmanthus wine, sweet soups, and traditional seasonal dishes
• Combine with chrysanthemum or goji berries in daily herbal tea blends

Traditional Uses

In Chinese tradition, osmanthus flowers have long been used to scent teas, wines, and sweet foods, especially during autumn and Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations. In TCM theory, Gui Hua is considered warm in nature and pungent in flavor, traditionally associated with warming the stomach and supporting healthy digestion. It is commonly paired with chrysanthemum, goji berries, or honey in daily floral infusions.

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