Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Slices 500g Immature Citrus Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction
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Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Slices 500g Immature Citrus Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction

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Description

Dried Bitter Orange Fruit Slices, known in TCM as Zhi Shi (枳实), from Citrus aurantium, the immature fruit of the bitter orange tree. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. These naturally sun-dried slices are commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped in wine. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially for special populations.

Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Slices 500g Immature Citrus Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic Zhi Shi (枳实) immature bitter orange fruit slices from Sichuan
  • Botanical source Citrus aurantium, a classic TCM herb
  • Naturally sun-dried whole slices with no added ingredients
  • Traditionally used in decoctions, herbal wine, and formulas
  • Sold as a food-grade dried botanical in a 500g pack
Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Slices 500g Immature Citrus Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a greenish-brown to dark brown exterior with a pale, firm inner flesh and a distinct citrus aroma. The taste is characteristically bitter and acrid, with a lingering sharpness when brewed or decocted.

Dried Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Slices 500g Immature Citrus Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried herbal slices
Chinese Name 枳实
Pinyin Zhi Shi
Botanical Name Citrus aurantium
Plant Part Immature fruit
Net Weight 500g

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer in herbal decoctions with other botanicals
  • Steep slices in liquor to make traditional herbal wine
  • Add to soup packs following practitioner guidance
  • Brew as a bitter herbal tea infusion

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Shi is traditionally associated with moving qi and relieving food stagnation, and it appears in classic formulas for digestive support. It is commonly decocted with herbs such as Bai Zhu (白术) or paired in digestive blends. The slices are also traditionally steeped in wine or added to seasonal herbal preparations.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is dried Zhi Shi (枳实), the immature fruit of Citrus aurantium, cut into slices and naturally sun-dried.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: In TCM theory it is bitter and slightly cold, traditionally associated with qi movement and food stagnation. It is a common ingredient in classic digestive formulas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The slices are typically simmered in decoctions, steeped in liquor for herbal wine, or brewed as a bitter infusion.

Additional information

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Packaging specifications 500g, 1000 grams

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