Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Immature Fruit 500g Traditional TCM Decoction Herb
$5.59 – $10.44Price range: $5.59 through $10.44
Description
Dried Immature Bitter Orange Fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实), from Citrus aurantium. These dried whole fruit pieces are a classic Chinese herbal botanical traditionally associated with moving qi and reducing food stagnation. In TCM theory Zhi Shi is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, entering the spleen and stomach channels. Traditionally prepared by drying for decoction use. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.


Key Selling Points
- Authentic Zhi Shi dried immature bitter orange fruit from domestic Chinese cultivation
- Botanical source Citrus aurantium with whole dried fruit form
- Traditionally used in TCM to move qi and relieve food stagnation
- Carefully dried processing suitable for decoction and herbal formulas
- Sold as a 500g bag of edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life


Quality & Sensory
Typically the dried fruit pieces show a dark brownish-green exterior with a firm, compact texture and a faint citrus aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a bitter, acrid taste characteristic of Zhi Shi.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried raw herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 枳实 |
| Pinyin | Zhi Shi |
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium |
| Plant Part | Immature fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g |


Usage Scenarios
- Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
- Add to classical TCM formulas under practitioner guidance
- Combine with other herbs in soup or congee recipes
- Use in seasonal herbal tea blends prepared by decoction
Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice Zhi Shi is a common ingredient in classical formulas such as Xiao Chengqi Tang and Zhi Shi Xiao Pi Wan, where it is traditionally associated with moving qi and easing food stagnation. It is typically decocted with other herbs and may be paired with Bai Zhu or Chen Pi in traditional preparations. Stir-fried Zhi Shi is also a traditional processed form.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is dried Zhi Shi, the immature fruit of Citrus aurantium, a traditional Chinese herbal botanical supplied as a 500g bag of dried fruit pieces.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory Zhi Shi is bitter and acrid with a slightly cold nature, traditionally associated with moving qi and relieving food stagnation.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in decoctions or added to herbal formulas, often combined with other herbs according to traditional practice.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Citrus aurantium 500g, Citrus 250g, Citrus aurantium 100g, Citrus aurantium 50g |
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