Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag

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Description

Dried Bitter Orange Fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实), from Citrus aurantium, is the dried immature fruit used in traditional Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This whole-form raw botanical is intended for decoction, soup, and culinary preparation, and is not a substitute for medicine.

Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag overview
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag overview

Key Selling Points

  • Whole dried immature bitter orange fruit in its natural form
  • Botanical source Citrus aurantium with Chinese name Zhi Shi 枳实
  • Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal formulas
  • Sourced from Jiangxi, a recognized region for this herb
  • Suitable for culinary and decoction preparation at home
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag key features
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried fruit pieces show a grayish-brown to dark greenish exterior with a firm, hard texture and a faint citrus aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a bitter, slightly acrid taste characteristic of this botanical.

Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag quality and texture
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw herb, primary agricultural product
Chinese Name 枳实
Pinyin Zhi Shi
Botanical Name Citrus aurantium
Plant Part Dried immature fruit
Net Weight 1000 g per bag
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag specifications
Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Immature Citrus aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 1000g Bag specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
  • Added to slow-cooked soups with other botanicals
  • Used in culinary recipes following traditional preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Shi has traditionally been used in formulas aimed at moving qi and reducing food stagnation, often paired with herbs such as Bai Zhu (白术) or Shan Zha (山楂) in classic decoctions. It is commonly simmered with other botanicals in soups or decocted on its own. Store sealed in a cool, dry place to maintain quality.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is dried immature bitter orange fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实), from Citrus aurantium, supplied as a whole raw botanical.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, and has traditionally been used in decoctions to move qi and address food stagnation.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in decoctions or added to slow-cooked soups with other herbs according to traditional recipes.

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Zhi Shi 250g bag, Zhi Shi 500 grams bag, Zhi Shi 1000 grams bag, Citrus aurantium 250 shells bag, Citrus aurantium 500 pieces bag, Citrus aurantium 1000 shells bag

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