Green Tangerine Peel Qing Pi 500g Dried Citrus Peel for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Green Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Qing Pi (青皮), is the dried young peel of Citrus reticulata. These sun-dried green citrus peels are traditionally associated with regulating qi and easing stagnation in TCM theory, with a bitter, acrid flavor and a warming nature. A versatile raw botanical for decoctions, teas, and culinary seasoning.

Key Selling Points

• Dried green tangerine peel, a classic TCM botanical known as Qing Pi (青皮)
• Sourced from the young peel of Citrus reticulata, sun-dried for preservation
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi and relieve stagnation
• Pre-packaged 500g bulk format suitable for regular herbal preparation
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, congee, and culinary seasoning

Quality & Sensory

The peels are typically dark green to grayish-green with a firm, slightly rough texture. They carry a characteristic fragrant citrus aroma with a sharp, bitter edge. When simmered or steeped, the liquid typically tastes bitter and aromatic with a lingering citrus note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other qi-regulating botanicals
• Steep as a light herbal tea, often paired with aged tangerine or chen pi
• Add to congee or soups for a subtle citrus aroma
• Use in culinary braises and marinades for fragrance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qing Pi is traditionally used to soothe liver qi stagnation and support digestive comfort, often combined with herbs such as Chai Hu or Xiang Fu in classical formulas. It is also simmered in small amounts in teas and soups, especially during seasonal transitions when qi flow is considered sluggish.

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