Dried Schisandra Berry Wu Wei Zi 500g Jilin Northeast Schisandra Chinensis Fruit for Tea and Decoction

Dried Schisandra berries, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These whole dried fruits are sourced from Jilin in Northeast China and offered as a 500g food-grade agricultural product. In TCM theory, Wu Wei Zi is considered sour and sweet, warm in nature, and associated with the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, teas, and soups, it is valued for its astringent and tonifying properties. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Schisandra chinensis fruit from Jilin, Northeast China
• Known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), a classic astringent tonic herb
• 500g food-grade agricultural product with 12-month shelf life
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, soups, and congee
• Store in a cool, dry place to preserve color and aroma

Quality & Sensory

The dried berries are typically deep red to dark purple, wrinkled, and firm with a glossy surface. They have a mild, fruity aroma and a distinctly sour, slightly sweet taste. In decoction or tea, the brew is typically tart and slightly astringent with a subtle berry fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea or decoction
• Added to soups and broths
• Cooked in congee
• Combined with other tonic herbs in traditional formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Wu Wei Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and teas to support the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels. It is often paired with herbs such as Ren Shen, Mai Dong, or Shan Zhu Yu in classical formulas. Folk practice includes simmering the berries in soups or congee for seasonal nourishment. It is also used in small amounts in daily herbal teas.

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