Lychee Seed Powder Li Zhi He Fine Ground Dried Herbal Powder 500g

Lychee Seed Powder, known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核), is milled from the dried seed of Litchi chinensis. This fine powder is made by low-temperature grinding of whole dried seeds, preserving the natural character of the herb. In TCM theory, lychee seed is considered warm in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. It is commonly used in herbal formulas, decoctions, and external applications. This product is a food-grade raw botanical and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient lychee seed powder with no additives or fillers
• Sourced from Guangdong, a recognized region for lychee production
• Low-temperature grinding helps preserve natural aroma and properties
• Fine powder texture suitable for blending into formulas or external use
• Traditionally used in TCM for regulating qi and dispersing stagnation

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically light brown to tan in color with a fine, smooth texture. It carries a mild, slightly sweet and astringent aroma characteristic of dried lychee seeds. When mixed with warm water, it typically has a subtle earthy taste with faint sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Blend into herbal decoctions or formulas as directed by a practitioner
• Mix with warm water for traditional external compresses
• Incorporate into foot soak blends for traditional postpartum care
• Use in culinary or wellness preparations where powdered herbs are called for

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, lychee seed has long been used to move qi and relieve stagnation, particularly in formulas targeting the liver channel. It is traditionally paired with herbs like Xiao Hu Xiang and Wu Yao in classic decoctions such as Tian Tai Wu Yao San. Folk practice also includes external use in postpartum herbal baths and foot soaks, especially during the confinement period known as zuo yue zi.

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