Xi Qing Qing Guo Dried Tibetan Green Fruit 500g Traditional Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Xi Qing Guo (西青果), the dried immature fruit of Terminalia chebula, is a classic botanical in the Chinese herbal repertoire. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, sour, and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the lung and large intestine channels. These naturally sun-dried whole fruits are sold as a food-grade raw herb, suitable for decoctions and traditional herbal preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried immature fruits of Terminalia chebula, known in TCM as Xi Qing Guo (西青果)
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing, preserving the traditional raw form
• Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for throat and voice-related formulas
• Sourced from China and packed as a 500g food-grade raw botanical
• Versatile for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional pairings with other herbs

Quality & Sensory

Typically oblong to ovoid fruits with a yellowish-brown to dark brown, slightly wrinkled surface and a firm, hard texture. The aroma is mildly astringent and herbal, and decocted liquid typically carries a bitter, sour, and astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild astringent herbal tea
• Combined with other herbs in throat-soothing formulas
• Used in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xi Qing Guo is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as Pang Da Hai for throat and voice comfort. It is a common ingredient in classical throat formulas and is sometimes steeped alone or with licorice as a daily astringent infusion, particularly during seasons when the throat feels dry or strained.

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