Lulutong Sweetgum Fruit Whole Dried Fructus Liquidambaris Traditional Chinese Herb 500g Bag

Lulutong (路路通) is the dried mature fruit of Liquidambar formosana, known in TCM as Sweetgum Fruit or Fructus Liquidambaris. These whole, sun-dried fruits are typically light brown with a spiky, spherical form and a mild aroma. In TCM theory, Lulutong is considered bitter in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. It is commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Lulutong fruits, a classic Chinese herbal material
• Botanical source: Liquidambar formosana, Fructus Liquidambaris
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural form and aroma
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal formulas
• Convenient 500g resealable bag for home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to grayish-brown spherical fruits with a spiky, honeycomb-like surface and a firm, dry texture. The aroma is mild and slightly woody, and decocted liquid typically carries a faintly bitter, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup packs prepared with other botanicals
• Use in folk-style foot soak blends
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal formulas at home

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Lulutong is traditionally associated with unblocking the channels and collaterals and promoting the flow of water, and it has long appeared in decoctions and external washes. Traditionally it is often paired with herbs such as Dang Gui or Yi Yi Ren in formulas, and it is also used in folk practice for seasonal foot baths. Preparation typically involves simmering the whole fruits in water.

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