Dried Cassia Twig Gui Zhi 500g Sichuan Cut Cinnamon Twig for Herbal Decoction and Tea

Dried Cassia Twig, known in TCM as Gui Zhi (桂枝), from Cinnamomum cassia. These machine-cut twig slices are a classic warming herb traditionally associated with releasing the exterior and supporting circulation in TCM theory. Gui Zhi is acrid, sweet, and warm in nature and is traditionally linked to the heart, lung, and bladder channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped in water, it is a staple ingredient for home herbal practice. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Gui Zhi (桂枝) dried cassia twig sourced from Sichuan
• Botanical source Cinnamomum cassia, a foundational TCM warming herb
• Carefully cut twig pieces suitable for decoction pieces and daily herbal tea
• Traditionally used to release the exterior and assist yang circulation
• 500g bulk pack with 12-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically slender reddish-brown twig segments with a hard, woody texture and a faint cinnamon-like aroma. When simmered or steeped, the liquor usually carries a mild sweet-spicy warmth characteristic of quality cassia twig.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep in hot water as a warming daily tea
• Add to soup or congee recipes in small amounts
• Combine with other herbs in seasonal winter formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gui Zhi is traditionally used to release the muscle layer, warm the channels, and assist yang qi, appearing in classic formulas such as Gui Zhi Tang. It is often paired with herbs like Bai Shao, Gan Jiang, or Da Zao in decoctions. Folk use includes steeping the twigs with ginger or jujube during cold seasons for a warming drink.

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