Black Goji Berry (Lycium ruthenicum) — Qinghai Sun-Dried Black Wolfberry, 500g
Price range: $7.20 through $9.14
Description
Black Goji Berry (Lycium ruthenicum), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Hēi Gǒu Qǐ (黑枸杞), is the sun-dried ripe fruit of a revered food-herb shrub native to the high plateaus of Qinghai. Long prized alongside red goji as a gentle, yin-nourishing berry, black goji has been traditionally used to support the Liver and Kidney, brighten the eyes, and replenish essence. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it a mild, everyday botanical for teas, soups, and daily nourishment.
Key Selling Points
- Food-herb (药食同源) black goji berry from Qinghai
- Sun-dried, unsulfured (无熏) natural drying
- Small-grain grade selected from premium 枸杞王 stock
- 500g bulk bag for daily tea, soup, and congee use
- Naturally sweet, deep-purple fruit rich in color
Quality & Sensory
Each berry is naturally sun-dried to preserve its deep purple-black color, wrinkled skin, and firm, slightly chewy texture. The aroma is mild and faintly sweet, with a gentle dried-fruit scent. When steeped in warm water, the berries release a soft violet-blue hue and a delicate, subtly sweet taste that blends easily into teas, broths, and porridges.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food-Herb Fruit |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Black Goji Berry (Hei Gou Qi) |
| Botanical Name | Lycium ruthenicum |
| Origin | Qinghai, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried, Unsulfured |
Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal tea, alone or blended with chrysanthemum and red goji
- Chinese-style soups and broths
- Congee and grain porridge
- Seasonal tonic decoctions
- Soaked in warm water as a gentle daily beverage
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, black goji berry is steeped in warm water as a daily tea, simmered into soups and congee, and added to longevity tonics alongside red goji, jujube, and lily bulb. It is a common ingredient in seasonal nourishment formulas, where it is valued for its gentle, yin-supporting character and its ability to blend smoothly into both sweet and savory preparations.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is black goji berry?
A: Black goji berry is the sun-dried fruit of Lycium ruthenicum, known in TCM as Hei Gou Qi (黑枸杞). It is a traditional food herb native to the Qinghai plateau, used in teas, soups, and congee.
Q: How is this black goji berry processed?
A: The berries are naturally sun-dried without sulfur fumigation, preserving their deep purple-black color, firm texture, and mild sweet aroma.
Q: How do I use black goji berry?
A: Rinse a small handful and steep in warm water as a tea, or add to soups, congee, and tonic decoctions. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Large particles 500g, Medium particle 500g, Small particles 500g |
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