Schisandra Berries Wu Wei Zi 500g Dried Changbai Mountain North Schisandra Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Dried Schisandra Berries, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These whole dried fruits are sun-dried and sourced from Liaoning near the Changbai Mountain region. In TCM theory, schisandra is considered warm in nature with all five flavors and is traditionally associated with the lung, heart, and kidney channels. Commonly used in herbal teas, decoctions, and infused wines. Store refrigerated and use as part of a balanced herbal routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic North Schisandra fruit from the Changbai Mountain region of Liaoning
• Whole dried berries processed by traditional sun-drying
• Known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi with a distinctive five-flavor profile
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, congee, and infused wine
• 500g bulk pack sold as edible agricultural produce

Quality & Sensory

The berries are typically small, wrinkled, and deep red to dark reddish-black with a slightly glossy surface. They typically carry a fragrant, slightly sour aroma. When brewed or decocted, the taste is traditionally described as a blend of sour, sweet, and pungent notes with a mild astringent finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small amount in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Add to congee or slow-cooked soups
• Infuse in wine or use in culinary herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Wu Wei Zi is traditionally valued as an astringent tonic herb and is often paired with herbs such as mai men dong or shan zhu yu in decoctions. It is also commonly simmered into herbal teas, added to congee, or steeped in wine, especially during autumn and winter seasons when astringing and moistening herbs are traditionally favored.

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