Schisandra and Dodder Seed Tea 500g Wu Wei Zi Tu Si Zi Herbal Blend for Daily Infusion

Schisandra and Dodder Seed Tea, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子) and Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), combines Schisandra chinensis berries with dried Cuscuta chinensis seeds. This 500g duo pack contains 500g of each herb in separate bags. In TCM theory, schisandra is sour and astringent while dodder seed is sweet and neutral. Traditionally used in herbal teas and decoctions, this blend suits experienced herbal users seeking classic TCM pairing.

Key Selling Points

• Two-herb TCM pairing of schisandra berries and dodder seeds in one 500g set
• Contains Schisandra chinensis and Cuscuta chinensis as botanical sources
• Sun-dried and air-dried processing preserves the natural character of each herb
• Wu Wei Zi and Tu Si Zi are a well-established traditional combination
• Suitable for daily herbal tea, decoction, or culinary preparation

Quality & Sensory

Schisandra berries typically appear deep red to dark purple with a wrinkled, slightly oily surface and a distinctive sour, salty, and warming aroma. Dodder seeds are small, pale yellow-brown, and hard with a mild, slightly nutty scent. When brewed, the tea typically tastes tart and earthy with a subtle sweet finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea infusion
• Simmer in traditional decoctions
• Add to congee or slow-cooked soups
• Use in seasonal tonic recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, schisandra and dodder seed are traditionally paired to support kidney essence and consolidate qi, a combination found in classical formulas such as Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan. Traditionally prepared by simmering in decoctions, steeping as tea, or adding to congee, this duo is often used in autumn and winter wellness routines. Common pairings include goji berry and raspberry for traditional kidney-tonifying blends.

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