Dried Forsythia Fruit Lian Qiao 500g Selected Grade Sulfur-Free Raw Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea

Dried Forsythia Fruit, known in TCM as Lian Qiao (连翘), from Forsythia suspensa. These selected green forsythia fruits are sun-dried and hand-sorted, offered as a sulfur-free raw herb with minimal stems and impurities. In TCM theory, forsythia is bitter and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with clearing heat. Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and formula preparation under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Selected-grade green forsythia fruit with stems removed and impurities sorted out
• Botanical source Forsythia suspensa, a classic TCM heat-clearing herb
• Sun-dried processing with no sulfur fumigation
• Sourced from Shanxi, a recognized traditional producing region
• 500g pack suited to decoction pieces, herbal tea blends, and formula work

Quality & Sensory

Typically the fruits are elongated ovoid capsules with a greenish to yellowish-brown surface, pointed at the tip, and a light, brittle texture. The aroma is faintly herbaceous, and decocted liquid typically carries a mildly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions according to a prescribed formula
• Brewed as a light herbal tea, often combined with other heat-clearing herbs
• Added to seasonal herbal soup or congee preparations in small amounts
• Used by herbalists and pharmacies for custom formula blending

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Lian Qiao is traditionally associated with clearing heat and is a common ingredient in classic formulas such as Yin Qiao San, frequently paired with Jin Yin Honeysuckle. It is traditionally used in warm-season decoctions and daily herbal teas, often combined with chrysanthemum or honeysuckle. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried fruits in water as part of a formula.

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