Schisandra Berries Wu Wei Zi Dried Chinese Herb 50g Bag Changbai Mountain Harvest

Dried Schisandra Berries, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These dried whole berries are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with the lung, kidney, and heart channels. In TCM theory they are considered sour in flavor and warm in nature. Commonly used in decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional formulas. Store in a cool dry place and use as part of a balanced herbal routine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Schisandra chinensis berries in traditional Chinese herbal form
• Known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子) with sour flavor and warm nature
• Sourced from Changbai Mountain region of Jilin province
• New harvest dried berries packed in a 50g bag
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional preparations

Quality & Sensory

The berries typically appear small, wrinkled, and deep red to dark reddish-black with a slightly glossy surface. They have a characteristic sour aroma, and when brewed or decocted they impart a distinctly sour, mildly astringent taste with subtle sweet and salty undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep as a sour herbal tea
• Add to tonic soups with other herbs
• Use in seasonal herbal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Wu Wei Zi is traditionally valued as one of the classic astringent herbs and is often included in decoctions and tonic formulas. It is traditionally paired with herbs such as Mai Men Dong or Shan Zhu Yu in classical preparations. Some households also simmer it into a simple sour berry tea during seasonal transitions.

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