Dried Gardenia Fruit 200g Jar Zhi Zi Jiangxi First Harvest for Tea and Braised Dishes

Dried Gardenia Fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Zi (栀子), from Gardenia jasminoides. This 200g jar contains whole dried gardenia fruit sourced from Jiangxi, offered as a food-grade agricultural product. In TCM theory, Zhi Zi is traditionally associated with a bitter, cold nature and the Heart, Lung, and Triple Burner channels. It is commonly used in herbal teas and traditional cooking. This product is not a medicine and cannot replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried gardenia fruit from Gardenia jasminoides
• Known in TCM as Zhi Zi (栀子)
• Sourced from Jiangxi province
• 200g jar for convenient storage
• Suitable for herbal tea and traditional braised dishes

Quality & Sensory

The dried fruits are typically oval to oblong with a reddish-brown to orange-red color and a firm, woody texture. They have a mild, earthy aroma. When brewed, the liquid is typically golden-yellow with a distinctly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea
• Traditional braised meat dishes
• Soup
• Decoction

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and teas, often paired with herbs such as Chrysanthemum or Forsythia. It is also used in folk cooking to add color and flavor to braised meats and soups. Traditionally associated with clearing heat and calming the spirit, it is prepared by steeping or simmering the dried fruit.

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