Dried Forsythia Fruit Lian Qiao 500g Natural Shade Dried Whole Fruit for Herbal Decoction

Dried Forsythia Fruit, known in TCM as Lian Qiao (连翘), from Forsythia suspensa. These whole dried fruit capsules, traditionally called qiao ke, are naturally shade dried and left unopened to preserve their character. In TCM theory, Lian Qiao is considered bitter and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with clearing heat. Suitable for decoction, tea blends, and traditional herbal formulas.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Forsythia suspensa fruit known in TCM as Lian Qiao (连翘)
• Naturally shade dried and sun cured with unopened fruit shells retained
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat in classical Chinese herbal practice
• 500g bulk pack suitable for decoction pieces and herbal formulas
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product for traditional preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried fruit shells are elongated with pointed tips, showing a yellowish-brown to greenish surface with a slightly wrinkled texture. The aroma is faintly herbal and the decoction typically yields a light bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into cooling herbal teas
• Combined with other herbs in seasonal formulas
• Used in culinary herbal broths

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Lian Qiao is traditionally used in heat-clearing formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Jin Yin Hua in classic combinations. It is commonly simmered in decoctions or added to herbal teas, especially during warm seasons. Traditional practice also includes its use in folk remedies for seasonal wellness.

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