Dried Cornus Fruit Shan Zhu Yu 500g Seedless Asiatic Dogwood for Herbal Decoction and Tea

Dried Cornus Fruit, known in TCM as Shan Zhu Yu (山茱萸), from Cornus officinalis, is the dried pulp of Asiatic dogwood fruit, also called Zao Pi (枣皮). These seedless dried pieces are traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Shan Zhu Yu is sour in flavor and slightly warm in nature, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Store refrigerated and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Seedless dried Cornus officinalis fruit pulp, a classic TCM botanical
• Known in TCM as Shan Zhu Yu (山茱萸), also called Zao Pi (枣皮)
• Dried and processed without sulfur fumigation
• Sour flavor and slightly warm nature in TCM theory
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal soups, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-purple to dark red pieces with a wrinkled, slightly glossy surface and soft, leathery texture. The aroma is mildly sour and fruity, and decocted liquid typically carries a tart, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to tonic soups with other botanicals
• Steeped as a mild herbal tea
• Used in congee or seasonal food preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Shan Zhu Yu is traditionally used in classic formulas such as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, where it is paired with Rehmannia and other roots. It is traditionally associated with nourishing the liver and kidney and supporting astringent functions. Commonly simmered in decoctions, added to tonic soups, or included in autumn and winter wellness preparations.

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