Yi Zhi Ren Dried Alpinia Oxyphylla Fruit 50g Bottle Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Yi Zhi Ren (益智仁), the dried fruit of Alpinia oxyphylla, is a classic Chinese herbal spice and TCM botanical. In TCM theory it is warm in nature with pungent flavor and is traditionally associated with the kidney and spleen channels. These sun-dried whole fruits are commonly simmered in decoctions, soups, and congee, or used as a culinary spice. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese herb known as Yi Zhi Ren (益智仁)
• Botanical source is the dried fruit of Alpinia oxyphylla
• Sun-dried whole fruits supplied in a 50g bottle
• In TCM theory warm and pungent traditionally associated with kidney and spleen channels
• Versatile for decoctions soups congee and as a culinary spice

Quality & Sensory

The dried fruits are typically grayish brown to dark brown with a longitudinally ridged surface and a firm textured seed mass inside. They typically carry a warm aromatic slightly pungent scent and release a spicy mildly acrid taste when simmered.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM botanicals
• Add to slow-cooked soups and broths
• Cook into congee or rice porridge
• Use as a warm aromatic spice in culinary dishes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice Yi Zhi Ren is often decocted or simmered in soups and congee and is traditionally associated with warming the kidney and spleen and supporting healthy fluid balance. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Wu Wei Zi and Fu Zi in classical formulas and is sometimes prepared after dry-frying with salt. Many households keep it on hand for seasonal warming dishes.

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