Zhu Ya Zao Chinese Honeylocust Fruit Dried Herb for Decoction and Infusion 500g Sichuan Origin

Dried Chinese Honeylocust Fruit, known in TCM as Zhu Ya Zao (猪牙皂), from Gleditsia sinensis. These small, curved, naturally sun-dried fruit pods are a classic raw botanical supplied as edible agricultural produce. In TCM theory, Zhu Ya Zao is acrid and salty with a warm nature and is traditionally associated with the Lung and Large Intestine channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal wine preparations, it should be handled with care and kept away from special populations such as pregnant women.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zhu Ya Zao (猪牙皂) dried Chinese honeylocust fruit from Gleditsia sinensis
• Naturally sun-dried whole fruit pods with no further processing
• Sourced from Sichuan, a recognized growing region for this botanical
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal wine infusions
• Supplied as a 500g pack of raw edible agricultural produce

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried pods are small, curved, and cylindrical with a wrinkled brownish surface and a firm, brittle texture. They have a characteristic pungent, slightly acrid aroma, and decoctions prepared from them traditionally taste sharp and salty.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steeped as an ingredient in herbal wine infusions
• Used in classical TCM herbal formulas by practitioners
• Stored as a raw botanical for traditional herbal study

Traditional Uses

In TCM tradition, Zhu Ya Zao is classified as acrid, salty, and warm, and is traditionally associated with opening orifices, dispelling phlegm, and unblocking the bowels. Historically it appeared in classical formulas, often processed or combined with other herbs, and was also traditionally prepared in wine. Because of its potent nature, it was used sparingly and avoided during pregnancy.

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