Zhi Ke Dried Bitter Orange Peel 500g Premium Fructus Aurantii Herbal Slices for Decoction and Tea

Zhi Ke (枳壳), the dried immature fruit of Citrus aurantium, is a classic TCM botanical supplied as carefully dried slices. In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas, it is valued for regulating qi. Store cool and dry, and use under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zhi Ke (枳壳) dried immature bitter orange fruit from the new harvest
• Botanical source Citrus aurantium, a widely used TCM qi-regulating herb
• Sun-dried whole slices preserving natural aroma and traditional character
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal soups and traditional formulas
• Pre-packaged 500g pack convenient for home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices are pale brown to yellowish with a firm, slightly rough texture and a fresh citrus-like aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild bitter, aromatic taste characteristic of quality Zhi Ke.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup packs with other qi-regulating herbs
• Brew as a light traditional herbal tea with other botanicals
• Use in seasonal tonic recipes under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Ke is traditionally used to regulate qi, relieve distension and support digestion, and it frequently appears in classical formulas alongside herbs such as Chen Pi and Bai Zhu. It is commonly simmered in decoctions or added to soup packs, and is traditionally chosen in seasonal blends for digestive comfort.

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