Dried Pine Needle Tea Song Zhen 500g Loose Herbal Tea for Daily Infusions

Dried Pine Needle Tea, known in TCM as Song Zhen (松针), from Pinus species such as Masson pine, harvested as whole dried needles. In TCM theory pine needle is traditionally associated with bitter and warm properties and is valued in folk herbal practice for daily wellness infusions. This 500g pack of whole dried needles is a simple raw botanical for home tea preparation. Steep in hot water or simmer gently, and enjoy as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried pine needles supplied as a 500g loose herbal tea pack
• Botanical source is Pinus species, commonly Masson pine from Changbai Mountain regions
• Known in TCM as Song Zhen (松针) with a long history in folk herbal practice
• Naturally dried whole needles with no added ingredients
• Suitable for hot water infusions and gentle simmering

Quality & Sensory

The dried needles are typically deep green to olive in color, slender and slightly stiff to the touch, with a fresh resinous pine aroma. When steeped, the liquor is typically light amber with a clean, mildly resinous and faintly bittersweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small handful of needles in hot water as a daily herbal infusion
• Simmer gently for a stronger traditional pine needle decoction
• Blend with other mild herbs for a homemade wellness tea
• Use in seasonal folk preparations during winter months

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk practice, pine needles have long been used for daily infusions and decoctions, often simmered alone or combined with other mild botanicals. Song Zhen is traditionally associated with supporting general wellness and is sometimes prepared as a seasonal tea in colder months. Preparation typically involves rinsing the needles, then steeping or gently simmering before straining.

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