Green Tangerine Peel Qing Pi 500g Dried Citrus Peel for Traditional Herbal Decoctions

Green Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Qing Pi (青皮), is the dried immature peel of Citrus reticulata, traditionally sourced from Jiangxi and naturally sun-dried. In TCM theory it is considered acrid and bitter with a warm nature, traditionally associated with the liver and spleen channels. This raw botanical is commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store in a cool dry place; special populations should consult a professional before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Qing Pi dried immature tangerine peel from Jiangxi
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, a classic TCM citrus peel herb
• Naturally sun-dried to preserve traditional character
• Acrid bitter and warm in TCM nature, linked to liver and spleen channels
• Suitable for decoctions, formulas, and traditional herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark green to grayish-green in color with a firm, slightly brittle texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and fragrant, and decocted liquid typically carries a sharp, bitter, aromatic citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to classical TCM formulas as directed
• Combine with other citrus peel herbs in seasonal preparations
• Use in culinary herbal recipes where bitter citrus peel is called for

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qing Pi is traditionally used to soothe the liver, regulate qi, and relieve food stagnation, and it often appears in classical formulas alongside Chen Pi, Chai Hu, and Xiang Fu. It is traditionally prepared by slicing and simmering in decoctions, and is valued in seasonal wellness routines during times of digestive or emotional stagnation.

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