Dried Perilla Leaf Zi Su Ye 500g Loose Whole Leaves Sun Dried for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Dried Perilla Leaf, known in TCM as Zi Su Ye (紫苏叶), from Perilla frutescens, is a sun-dried leaf product supplied as loose whole leaves. In TCM theory it is warm and acrid, traditionally associated with the Lung and Spleen channels. It is commonly used in herbal teas and decoctions and should be stored cool and dry. This product is not a medicine and cannot replace prescribed treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Zi Su Ye (紫苏叶), the dried leaf of Perilla frutescens
• Sun-dried whole leaves supplied as loose bulk material
• Warm and acrid in TCM theory with traditional Lung and Spleen channel associations
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoction, soup, and congee preparation
• 500g net weight with 24-month shelf life under cool dry storage

Quality & Sensory

The leaves are typically green to purple-green with a light, dry, papery texture and a distinct aromatic, mint-like fragrance. When brewed or decocted they yield a mildly pungent, warming infusion with a fresh herbal aroma. Actual color and aroma may vary slightly by batch.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea alone or blended with other botanicals
• Added to traditional decoctions
• Used in soups and savory broths
• Stirred into congee near the end of cooking
• Seasonal culinary use as an aromatic herb

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zi Su Ye is traditionally used to disperse wind-cold and harmonize the middle. It is commonly prepared as a light decoction or tea, often paired with ginger or other warming herbs, and is also added to soups and congee. Folk practice frequently uses it as a seasonal aromatic herb during cooler weather.

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