Dried Gardenia Fruit Zhi Zi 200g Summer Herbal Tea Ingredient for Traditional Wellness

Dried Gardenia Fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Zi (栀子) and botanically as Gardenia jasminoides, is the dried ripe fruit of the gardenia plant. In TCM theory it is considered cold in nature with a bitter taste and is traditionally associated with the Heart, Lung, and Triple Burner channels. It is commonly used as a summer herbal tea ingredient and in traditional decoctions. Store sealed and refrigerate after opening.

Key Selling Points

• Dried ripe fruit of Gardenia jasminoides, known in TCM as Zhi Zi (栀子)
• Bitter and cold in TCM nature, traditionally linked to Heart, Lung, and Triple Burner channels
• Whole dried gardenia fruit suitable for tea, decoction, and summer herbal blends
• 200g resealable bag with a 12-month shelf life
• Sourced from mainland China and packed by a Changbai Mountain area herbal company

Quality & Sensory

The dried fruits are typically reddish-brown to orange-yellow with a firm, wrinkled surface and a mild, earthy aroma. When brewed, the liquid is typically golden-orange with a distinctly bitter taste and a faint herbal fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed alone as a summer herbal tea
• Combined with other herbs in a traditional decoction
• Added to cooling summer soup or congee recipes
• Used as an ingredient in homemade herbal tea blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Zi is traditionally used in decoctions to clear heat and address irritability associated with warm weather. It is often paired with herbs such as Chrysanthemum or Honeysuckle in summer tea blends. Folk practice also includes adding a small amount to congee or cooling soups during hot seasons.

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