Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient

Zhi Shi (枳实) is the dried immature fruit of Citrus aurantium, traditionally stir-fried and sun-dried for herbal use. In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This wild-harvested Jiangxi material is supplied as pre-packaged dried slices suitable for tea, decoction, or culinary preparation. Store frozen and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zhi Shi (枳实) immature bitter orange fruit from Jiangxi
• Botanical source Citrus aurantium, traditionally processed by stir-frying and sun-drying
• Respected TCM herb traditionally used to move qi and relieve food stagnation
• Supplied as 500g of dried slices in resealable pre-packaged form
• Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional culinary recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically the fried slices show a brownish exterior with a firm, compact texture and a faint citrus aroma. When simmered, the liquor typically carries a bitter, slightly acrid taste with mild citrus notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a bitter herbal tea
• Add to soup or congee recipes following traditional formulas
• Use in seasonal culinary preparations with other herbs

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Shi is traditionally used to break up stagnant qi and reduce food accumulation, often paired with Bai Zhu (白术) in classic formulas such as Zhi Zhu Wan. It is also traditionally combined with herbs like Shan Zha (山楂) and Mai Ya (麦芽) for digestive support. Traditionally prepared by simmering the slices in water or adding them to soups and congee.

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