Dried Loquat Leaf Pi Pa Ye Whole Leaves for Herbal Tea and Decoction 500g

Dried Loquat Leaf, known in TCM as Pi Pa Ye (枇杷叶), from Eriobotrya japonica. These whole dried leaves are harvested and sun-dried in China as a raw edible botanical. In TCM theory, loquat leaf is bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the Lung and Stomach channels. It is commonly prepared as a decoction or herbal tea. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, as this product is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried loquat leaf sourced from China and sun-dried for herbal use
• Botanical source Eriobotrya japonica, a classic TCM botanical
• Known in TCM as Pi Pa Ye (枇杷叶), traditionally associated with Lung and Stomach channels
• Sold as a raw edible agricultural product in 500g portions
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional home preparation

Quality & Sensory

The dried leaves typically appear olive-green to brownish with a leathery, slightly curled texture and a mild grassy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light amber tone with a gently bitter, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Brew as a mild herbal tea after proper preparation
• Combine with other TCM botanicals in seasonal formulas
• Use in culinary herbal preparations at home

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Pi Pa Ye is often decocted alone or paired with herbs such as mulberry leaf or apricot kernel in classic formulas. It has traditionally been prepared by simmering the dried leaves in water, sometimes with honey processing, and used in seasonal wellness teas during dry or changing seasons.

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