Huazhou Tangerine Peel Slices Hua Ju Hong 125g Aged Whole Fruit Slices Traditional Herbal Tea

Huazhou Tangerine Peel Slices, known in TCM as Hua Ju Hong (化橘红), cut from the aged whole fruit of Citrus grandis. These dried slices come from Huazhou in Guangdong, a region traditionally recognized for this citrus herb. In TCM theory, Hua Ju Hong is considered warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavors, traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels. Commonly simmered as a decoction or steeped as a daily herbal tea.

Key Selling Points

• Aged whole-fruit slices of Huazhou tangerine, a citrus herb prized in southern Chinese herbal tradition
• Botanical source Citrus grandis, cut from mature fruit and dried into convenient slices
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels, warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor
• Pre-packaged 125g pouch, sealed for freshness with a five-year shelf life
• Versatile for daily herbal tea, simmered decoctions, or blended with other traditional herbs

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a brownish to dark reddish-brown color with a firm, dry, slightly rough texture. The aroma is typically a distinctive citrus-herbal scent with bitter undertones. When steeped or simmered, the liquor typically takes on an amber tone with a characteristically bitter, slightly acrid taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a traditional daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other herbs following traditional preparation
• Add to slow-cooked soups in small amounts for traditional culinary use
• Brew with rock sugar or honey as a traditional seasonal drink

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Hua Ju Hong has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, traditionally paired with herbs such as Fritillaria or Platycodon in classic formulas. Folk tradition in Guangdong often simmers the slices alone or with rock sugar as a household drink, especially during damp or changing seasons. The aged fruit is traditionally valued for its concentrated character compared with fresh citrus peel.

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