Gardenia Fruit Zhi Zi 500g Dried Fructus Gardeniae Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Gardenia Fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Zi (栀子), from Gardenia jasminoides. These dried fruit pieces are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for their cooling nature and bitter flavor, associated in TCM theory with clearing heat and calming irritability. Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary preparations as part of a balanced traditional wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Zhi Zi gardenia fruit sourced from Fujian
• Botanical source Gardenia jasminoides with traditional TCM standing
• Broken fruit pieces convenient for decoction and tea brewing
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting calm
• Versatile ingredient for herbal soups teas and seasonal recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-orange to yellow-brown with a firm dry texture and a faintly bitter herbal aroma. When decocted or brewed the liquid typically takes on a golden-yellow hue with a characteristically bitter and slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a single-herb cooling tea
• Add to herbal soup blends with other botanicals
• Incorporate into seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory Zhi Zi is considered bitter and cold with affinity for the heart lung and triple burner channels. Traditionally used to clear heat and ease irritability it is a common component of classic formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Dan Dou Chi in decoctions. It has also been used in folk practice as a natural yellow food coloring for rice and festive dishes.

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