Zhi Shi Dried Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Immature Citrus Aurantium Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction
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Description
Zhi Shi (枳实), Immature Bitter Orange Fruit from Citrus aurantium, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as dried whole or cut immature fruits. In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This 500g pack is sold as a raw culinary-grade botanical for decoction and traditional preparation, not as a medicine.


Key Selling Points
- Authentic Zhi Shi (枳实) immature bitter orange fruit from Chongqing
- Botanical source Citrus aurantium, a well-documented TCM herb
- Supplied in natural whole form with no further processing
- 500g resealable bag, convenient for decoction or culinary use
- Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for qi regulation


Quality & Sensory
Typically the dried immature fruits are small, firm, and dark greenish-brown to grayish with a rough outer surface. They have a distinct citrus aroma and a strongly bitter, acrid taste when decocted.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Chinese herbal material |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 枳实 |
| Pinyin | Zhi Shi |
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium |
| Plant Part | Dried immature fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g per bag |


Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
- Added to slow-cooked soups in small amounts
- Used in culinary herbal recipes following traditional practice
- Stored at home as a raw botanical for seasonal preparation


Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, Zhi Shi is traditionally used to move qi and reduce stagnation, and it frequently appears in classical formulas combined with herbs such as Bai Zhu and Chen Pi. It is typically decocted with other botanicals or added to herbal soups. Traditionally associated with digestive comfort in TCM theory, it is a common ingredient in herbal shops and home decoction cabinets.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried immature bitter orange fruit, known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实), from Citrus aurantium, supplied as a raw 500g botanical.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory it is bitter and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with moving qi and relieving food stagnation. It is commonly included in classical decoction formulas.
Q: How is it prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in water as a decoction or added to herbal soups according to traditional recipes. Consult a qualified practitioner for guidance on use.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 6 cm |
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