Dried Tangerine Seed Ju He Citrus Reticulata Bulk Herbal Tea Ingredient 500g

Dried Tangerine Seed, known in TCM as Ju He (橘核), from Citrus reticulata, is the dried seed of the mandarin orange fruit. Traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation, it is a classic ingredient in herbal decoctions and folk formulas. Slightly warm in nature with bitter flavor, it is commonly prepared by decoction. This listing is a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried tangerine seed sourced as a food-grade agricultural product
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata with Chinese name Ju He 橘核
• Sun-dried and air-dried processing preserves the natural seed form
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions for qi regulation and stagnation relief
• Bulk 500g bag suitable for herbal shops, kitchens, and formula preparation

Quality & Sensory

Seeds are typically small, oval, and pale yellow to light brown with a smooth, hard surface. They carry a faint citrus-like aroma and a characteristically bitter taste when decocted. Dried texture should be firm and brittle rather than damp or moldy.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Decoct with other herbs in traditional TCM formulas
• Simmer into herbal soups as part of seasonal food use
• Grind into powder for external compresses in folk practice
• Blend into mixed herbal tea preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Ju He is traditionally associated with regulating qi, dispersing stagnation, and alleviating discomfort in the liver channel. It is often paired with herbs like Li Zhi He (荔枝核) in classical decoctions. Traditionally prepared by light stir-frying or salt-processing before use, it appears in folk remedies for hernia-related patterns and testicular discomfort, always under practitioner guidance.

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