Wild Cornus Fruit Shan Zhu Yu 500g Dried Asiatic Dogwood Fructus Corni Traditional TCM Herb

Dried Asiatic Dogwood Fruit, known in TCM as Shan Zhu Yu (山茱萸), from Cornus officinalis. These dried fruit pieces, also called Shan Yu Rou (山萸肉), are a classic tonic herb traditionally associated with the liver and kidney meridians. In TCM theory the fruit is sour and slightly warm. Traditionally used in decoctions, teas, and herbal formulas. Store frozen to preserve freshness.

Key Selling Points

• Premium wild-harvested first-flush new crop dried Cornus fruit
• Botanical source Cornus officinalis with Chinese name Shan Zhu Yu
• Traditional TCM tonic herb associated with liver and kidney channels
• Sun-dried whole fruit pieces ready for decoction or tea
• 500g pre-packaged size suitable for regular herbal use

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-purple to dark red wrinkled fruit pieces with a soft, slightly sticky texture. The aroma is mildly sour and fruity, and when decocted the taste is characteristically sour with a faint sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Steep as a traditional herbal tea
• Add to tonic soups and slow-cooked broths
• Incorporate into congee or seasonal herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Shan Zhu Yu is traditionally used in classic formulas such as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan and is often paired with herbs like Shu Di Huang and Shan Yao. Traditionally associated with nourishing the liver and kidney and supporting astringent functions. Commonly simmered in decoctions, added to tonic soups, or steeped as a daily tea, especially in autumn and winter.

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