Dried Hawthorn Fruit Slices Seedless Shan Zha 200g Jar for Tea and Soup
$7.96
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Description
Dried Hawthorn Fruit Slices, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida. These seedless slices come from Hebei, China, and are packed in a 200g jar. In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour and sweet, slightly warm, and traditionally associated with the Spleen, Stomach, and Liver channels. Traditionally used to support digestion after heavy meals. Enjoy as a simple tea or add to soups and congee.


Key Selling Points
- Seedless hawthorn fruit slices in a resealable 200g jar
- Known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida
- Sourced from Hebei, China
- Sour, sweet, slightly warm nature in TCM theory
- Traditionally used to support digestion after rich meals


Quality & Sensory
The slices are typically deep red to dark brown with a firm, slightly leathery texture. They have a mild fruity aroma and a tart, sour taste that softens when brewed or simmered. Prepared tea is typically reddish and tangy.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried fruit slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 山楂 |
| Pinyin | Shan Zha |
| Botanical Name | Crataegus pinnatifida |
| Plant Part | Fruit |
| Net Weight | 200g |


Usage Scenarios
- Brew as a simple herbal tea
- Add to soups or stews
- Simmer into congee
- Enjoy as a ready-to-eat snack


Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Shan Zha is traditionally used to support digestion, especially after fatty or heavy meals. It is often brewed alone as a sour tea or combined with other herbs in decoctions. Folk practice also adds hawthorn slices to soups, congee, and seasonal dishes. It is not intended for pregnant or nursing women.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is a 200g jar of dried, seedless hawthorn fruit slices from Hebei, China, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂).
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour, sweet, and slightly warm, and is traditionally associated with supporting digestion after heavy meals.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It can be brewed as a tea, simmered in soups or congee, or eaten as a ready-to-eat snack. It is not a substitute for medicine.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.35 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 12 cm |
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