Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Slices 500g Jiangxi Immature Bitter Orange Traditional TCM Herbal Slices
$7.80 – $9.88Price range: $7.80 through $9.88
Description
Zhi Shi (枳实) is dried immature bitter orange fruit, traditionally sourced from Citrus aurantium and cut into small dried slices. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. These dried slices are suitable for decoction, herbal formulas, or grinding into powder, and should be used according to traditional guidance.



Key Selling Points
- Dried immature bitter orange fruit known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实)
- Botanical source Citrus aurantium with small-cut slice form
- Sourced from Jiangxi, a recognized traditional growing region
- Dried processing with sulfur-free handling as offered
- Suitable for decoction pieces or grinding into fine powder



Quality & Sensory
The slices typically show a greenish-brown to dark brown exterior with a pale, firm inner flesh and a distinct citrus aroma. Decocted liquid is traditionally described as bitter and acrid with a lingering sharpness typical of immature citrus fruit.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 枳实 |
| Pinyin | Zhi Shi |
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium |
| Plant Part | Dried immature fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g |



Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
- Ground into powder for herbal formulas
- Combined with other herbs in TCM prescriptions
- Used in seasonal herbal soup preparations



Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Zhi Shi is traditionally used to move qi and reduce accumulation, and it frequently appears in classical formulas for food stagnation and distension. It is commonly decocted with herbs such as Bai Zhu or paired in formulas like Xiao Cheng Qi Tang. Traditional preparation involves simmering the slices in water or grinding them into powder for inclusion in herbal blends.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is Zhi Shi (枳实), dried immature bitter orange fruit from Citrus aurantium, cut into small slices and sourced from Jiangxi.
Q: What are its traditional characteristics?
A: In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with moving qi and addressing food stagnation.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: The slices are typically simmered in decoctions with other herbs, or ground into powder for use in traditional formulas.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Citrus aurantium blockbuster, Small slices of citrus |
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