Dried Zhi Qiao Bitter Orange Fruit Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Piece

Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Slices, known in TCM as Zhi Qiao (枳壳), from Citrus aurantium, are the dried immature or nearly ripe fruit of the bitter orange tree. In TCM theory, Zhi Qiao is considered acrid, bitter, and slightly cold, entering the Lung, Spleen, and Stomach channels. Traditionally used to regulate qi and ease the chest and middle burner, it is commonly prepared as a decoction or added to herbal soups and teas.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Zhi Qiao (枳壳), the dried fruit of Citrus aurantium
• Sourced from Jiangxi province, a traditional cultivation area for bitter orange
• Dried whole fruit slices suitable for decoction, tea, and soup preparation
• 500g pack of selected Zhi Qiao pieces, freshly stocked
• Traditional TCM herb used to regulate qi and support digestive comfort

Quality & Sensory

Zhi Qiao slices typically show a greenish-brown to dark brown exterior with a pale inner rind. The texture is dry and slightly leathery, with a faint citrus aroma. When decocted, the liquid is typically light yellow with a mild bitter and aromatic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction with other TCM herbs
• Added to soups or congee for traditional qi-regulating use
• Daily herbal tea alone or blended with other botanicals
• Seasonal food preparation in traditional Chinese wellness recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Qiao is traditionally used to regulate qi, ease the chest, and support the Spleen and Stomach. It is often decocted with herbs such as Bai Zhu, Mu Xiang, or Chen Pi in classic formulas. Folk practice also adds it to soups and congee for digestive comfort during seasonal changes.

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