Wild Qian Li Xiang Dried Herb Murraya Paniculata Traditional Culinary Spice 500g

Qian Li Xiang (千里香), also called Jiu Li Xiang (九里香), is the dried leaf and small stem of Murraya paniculata, a fragrant citrus-family botanical traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered warm in nature with a pungent flavor and is traditionally associated with moving qi and easing discomfort. This sun-dried herb is commonly simmered in decoctions or used as an aromatic seasoning. Consult a qualified practitioner before internal use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Qian Li Xiang (千里香) herb, also known as Jiu Li Xiang (九里香)
• Botanical source Murraya paniculata, a fragrant member of the citrus family
• Traditionally used in TCM to move qi and support comfortable circulation
• Sun-dried whole form suitable for decoction, simmering, or grinding into powder
• Aromatic seasoning herb for culinary and traditional herbal preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried pieces show a greenish-brown to dark olive color with slender leaf and twig fragments. The aroma is intensely fragrant and citrus-like, and decoctions typically develop a warm, pungent, slightly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Grind into Qian Li Xiang powder for seasoning
• Add as an aromatic spice in braised and stewed dishes
• Blend into folk herbal formulas under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Qian Li Xiang has long been used in decoctions and folk formulas, traditionally associated with promoting qi movement, easing stomach discomfort, and supporting topical applications for minor aches. It is also valued as a regional spice in southern Chinese cooking, where its strong fragrance seasons braised meats and stews. It is often paired with other aromatic herbs in slow-simmered preparations.

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