Dried Buddha Hand Citron Slices Fo Shou 500g Traditional Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Dried Buddha Hand Citron Slices, known in TCM as Fo Shou (佛手), from Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis, the fragrant fingered fruit cut into thin slices. In TCM theory this herb is traditionally associated with regulating qi and harmonizing the stomach, with an acrid, bitter flavor and warm nature entering the liver, spleen, and lung channels. A versatile raw botanical for teas, decoctions, and culinary use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried slices of Buddha Hand citron fruit, a classic Chinese herbal ingredient
• Botanical source Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis, known in TCM as Fo Shou (佛手)
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi, soothe the liver, and harmonize the stomach
• New-crop slices supplied as a 500g resealable bag of raw herbal material
• Suitable for herbal teas, decoctions, congee, and seasonal culinary recipes

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show pale yellow to light brown flesh with a firm, dry texture and characteristic finger-like edges. They carry a fresh citrus aroma, and when simmered or steeped they yield a mild, pleasantly bitter citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a light citrus herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other qi-regulating herbs
• Add to congee or soups for a subtle citrus note
• Use in seasonal culinary recipes and infused drinks

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Fo Shou is commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a daily tea, often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi (dried tangerine peel) or Mai Ya. It is traditionally associated with soothing liver qi stagnation and easing chest and epigastric discomfort, and is a familiar ingredient in household herbal cooking during damp or transitional seasons.

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