Bi Gan Tao (Dried Flat Peach) — Sulfur-Free Dried Peach Fruit for Herbal Decoction & Tea
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Description
Bi Gan Tao (碧干桃), also written as Bian Tao Gan (瘪桃干) or Yin Tao Zi (阴桃子), is the dried, naturally shriveled fruit of the peach tree (Prunus persica), a traditional food-herb ingredient used in Chinese herbal wellness practice. Known in folk herbal tradition as Tao Nu (桃奴) or Tao Xiao (桃枭), this sulfur-free dried peach fruit has been prized as a gentle, astringent herb traditionally used to support the Lungs, calm the spirit, and address patterns of excess sweating and restless sleep. Its nature is bitter, slightly warm, and mildly astringent, making it a quiet yet focused herb in traditional formulas.





Key Selling Points
- Sulfur-free dried peach fruit (Bi Gan Tao)
- Traditional food-herb ingredient (药食同源)
- Naturally sun-dried, unsulfured flat peach
- Suitable for decoction, tea, and soup
- 500g quality loose bulk pack





Quality & Sensory
Each batch is naturally dried to preserve its deep amber-brown color, wrinkled texture, and concentrated fruity aroma. The dried fruit feels firm and slightly leathery to the touch. When decocted or steeped, it releases a mild, subtly sweet and faintly tart infusion with a gentle fruity fragrance, yielding a soft amber liquor that is easy to drink.





Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Fruit / Food Herb |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bi Gan Tao (Bian Tao Gan) |
| Botanical Name | Prunus persica |
| Form | Dried Whole Fruit |
| Origin | China |
| Net Weight | 500g |





Usage Scenarios
- Herbal decoction with other food herbs
- Daily herbal tea infusion
- Chinese-style soup and congee
- Seasonal wellness tonic blends
- Traditional food-herb pairing formulas





Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Bi Gan Tao is decocted alone or combined with herbs such as oyster shell, wheat, and jujube to support calm sleep and reduce excessive perspiration. It is also simmered into soups and congee as a gentle daily food-herb, and brewed as a light tea for seasonal nourishment. Traditional formulas often pair it with Fu Xiao Mai (light wheat) and Wu Wei Zi (schisandra) in nighttime decoctions.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Bi Gan Tao?
A: Bi Gan Tao is the dried, shriveled fruit of the peach tree (Prunus persica), also known as Bian Tao Gan, Yin Tao Zi, Tao Nu, or Tao Xiao. It is a traditional food-herb ingredient used in Chinese herbal decoctions and teas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bi Gan Tao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bi Gan Tao is associated with astringent and calming properties, traditionally used to support the Lungs, calm the spirit, and address patterns of excess sweating and restless sleep.
Q: How do I use dried Bi Gan Tao?
A: Rinse the dried fruit and simmer it in water as a decoction, or combine it with other food herbs in soups, congee, or tea blends. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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