Yu Li Ren (Prunus Seed) — Dried Food Herb for Tea & Soup, 500g

Yu Li Ren (Prunus spp.) is the dried seed of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Yù Lǐ Rén (郁李仁), also called Bush Cherry Seed. For centuries, Yu Li Ren has been prized as a moistening, descending herb used to support smooth digestion and gentle elimination. Its nature is mild and slightly bitter, making it a gentle yet effective herb for moistening dryness and promoting the free flow of qi.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional moistening food herb
• Dried Yu Li Ren seeds
• Prunus spp.
• Suitable for tea, soup, and congee
• Clean, sun-dried quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its pale brown color, smooth texture, and mild nutty aroma. When simmered, the seeds soften and release a gentle, slightly bitter flavor with a subtle sweetness, adding depth to broths and teas without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Chinese-style soup and broth
• Herbal tea blends
• Congee and grain porridge
• Seasonal slow-cooking
• Soup-pack ingredient

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Yu Li Ren is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily digestion and moistening during dry seasons. It is a common ingredient in autumn soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like honey, apricot kernel, and flaxseed. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with chrysanthemum and mint for a light, mildly bitter infusion.

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