Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient
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Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient

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Description

Zhi Shi (枳实) is the dried immature fruit of Citrus aurantium, traditionally stir-fried and sun-dried for herbal use. In TCM theory it is bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This wild-harvested Jiangxi material is supplied as pre-packaged dried slices suitable for tea, decoction, or culinary preparation. Store frozen and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic Zhi Shi (枳实) immature bitter orange fruit from Jiangxi
  • Botanical source Citrus aurantium, traditionally processed by stir-frying and sun-drying
  • Respected TCM herb traditionally used to move qi and relieve food stagnation
  • Supplied as 500g of dried slices in resealable pre-packaged form
  • Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional culinary recipes
Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically the fried slices show a brownish exterior with a firm, compact texture and a faint citrus aroma. When simmered, the liquor typically carries a bitter, slightly acrid taste with mild citrus notes.

Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient 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
Processing Stir-fried and sun-dried
Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
  • Steep as a bitter herbal tea
  • Add to soup or congee recipes following traditional formulas
  • Use in seasonal culinary preparations with other herbs
Zhi Shi Bitter Orange Fruit 500g Fried Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herbal Tea Ingredient in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Shi is traditionally used to break up stagnant qi and reduce food accumulation, often paired with Bai Zhu (白术) in classic formulas such as Zhi Zhu Wan. It is also traditionally combined with herbs like Shan Zha (山楂) and Mai Ya (麦芽) for digestive support. Traditionally prepared by simmering the slices in water or adding them to soups and congee.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is 500g of dried, stir-fried immature bitter orange fruit known as Zhi Shi (枳实), sourced from Jiangxi and supplied as pre-packaged herbal slices.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory, Zhi Shi is bitter and slightly cold and is traditionally used to move qi and relieve food stagnation, often paired with Bai Zhu in classic formulas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The slices are typically simmered in water for a decoction or steeped as a bitter tea, and can also be added to soups or congee following traditional recipes.

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Packaging specifications Wild citrus aurantium 100g, 250g wild citrus, Wild citrus aurantium 500g, 100 grams of wild fried citrus aurantium processed according to ancient methods, 250 grams of wild fried citrus aurantium processed according to ancient methods, 500 grams of wild fried citrus aurantium processed according to ancient methods

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