Schisandra and Dodder Seed Herbal Tea Blend Wu Wei Zi Tu Si Zi Dried Berries and Seeds 370g Jar
$6.76 – $12.78Price range: $6.76 through $12.78
Description
Schisandra and Dodder Seed Herbal Blend, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子) and Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), combines the dried fruit of Schisandra chinensis with the dried seed of Cuscuta chinensis, alongside Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi, 枸杞子) and Ligustrum Fruit (Nü Zhen Zi, 女贞子) in traditional pairings. In TCM theory, schisandra is considered warm with all five flavors and dodder seed is valued as a gentle tonic seed. This dried blend is commonly simmered or steeped for daily herbal tea. Store refrigerated and keep away from moisture.


Key Selling Points
- Four-herb dried blend featuring schisandra berries, dodder seeds, goji berries, and ligustrum fruit
- Botanical sources include Schisandra chinensis fruit and Cuscuta chinensis seed
- In TCM theory schisandra carries all five flavors and is traditionally associated with tonifying use
- Sold as edible agricultural produce in a sealed jar with 12-month shelf life
- Suitable for daily herbal tea, decoction, or congee preparation


Quality & Sensory
The blend typically shows deep red schisandra berries, pale yellowish dodder seeds, and orange-red goji berries with a dry, firm texture. The aroma is typically mildly fruity and earthy, and the brewed tea typically tastes slightly sour, sweet, and warming.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal blend for tea and decoction |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 五味子 菟丝子 枸杞子 女贞子 |
| Pinyin | Wu Wei Zi, Tu Si Zi, Gou Qi Zi, Nü Zhen Zi |
| Botanical Name | Schisandra chinensis, Cuscuta chinensis, Lycium barbarum, Ligustrum lucidum |
| Plant Part | Dried fruit and dried seed |
| Net Weight | Ligustrum 120g plus Dodder Seed 250g jarred; total listed net content 110g per bag |


Usage Scenarios
- Steep a small handful in hot water as a daily herbal tea
- Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
- Add to congee or slow-cooked soups for traditional seasonal use
- Combine with goji berry and chrysanthemum for a classic steeped infusion


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, schisandra berry is traditionally associated with astringing and calming qualities, while dodder seed is a classic yang-tonifying seed often paired with goji berry and ligustrum fruit in kidney-supporting formulas such as Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan. The blend is traditionally simmered gently or steeped in covered cups, and is popular in autumn and winter daily herbal routines.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is a dried Chinese herbal blend of schisandra berry, dodder seed, goji berry, and ligustrum fruit, sold as edible agricultural produce in jarred packaging.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, schisandra is regarded as warm with all five flavors and dodder seed is traditionally used as a gentle tonic seed, often paired with goji and ligustrum in classic formulas.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: A small portion can be steeped in hot water as tea, or simmered in decoctions, soups, or congee according to traditional practice.


Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Schisandra chinensis 110g cuscuta japonica 250g canned, Schisandra chinensis 110g canned, Cuscuta 250g canned, Schisandra chinensis cuscuta japonica 250g each 2 bags in total, Schisandra chinensis 110g wolfberry 150g canned, Schisandra chinensis 110g xianlingpi 100g canned, Ligustrum lucidum 120g cuscuta japonica 250g canned |
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