Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Ju Hong 500g Natural Sun Dried Citrus Peel for Tea and Decoction

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Ju Hong (橘红), cut from the outer peel of Citrus reticulata fruit. These naturally sun-dried citrus peel strips are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for supporting respiratory comfort. In TCM theory, Ju Hong is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavors, traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as tea. This is a food-grade agricultural product, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ju Hong (橘红) dried tangerine peel strips from China
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, outer peel cut into convenient strips
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Traditionally used in TCM to support respiratory and digestive comfort
• 500g bulk bag suitable for tea, decoction, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The strips typically show a reddish-brown to orange-brown color with a slightly rough, fibrous texture. They carry a characteristic citrus aroma with warm, slightly bitter undertones. When steeped or simmered, the brew typically tastes mildly bitter and fragrant with a refreshing citrus note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a few strips in hot water as a daily citrus peel tea
• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM ingredients
• Add to soups or congee for a light citrus aroma
• Use in culinary recipes calling for dried citrus peel

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Ju Hong has long been used in decoctions and teas, often paired with herbs like Pinellia and Poria in classic phlegm-resolving formulas. It is traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels and is commonly prepared during colder seasons. Home users frequently steep it alone or with aged peel for a warming citrus infusion.

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