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Hua Jiao – 花椒
Hua Jiao, known as Sichuan Peppercorn, comprises the dried husk of the prickly ash fruit. Renowned for its distinctive numbing flavour and citrus aroma, it forms a key ingredient in Sichuan cuisine and is fundamental to Chinese Five Spice. This herbal product is prized for its bold sensory qualities and is used in both classic and contemporary culinary applications. Traditionally, it has also been utilised in Chinese herbology as a warming ingredient for formulas.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Herbal Name | Pericarpium Zanthoxyli |
| Chinese Name | 花椒 |
| Part Used | Pericarp (Fruit Husk) |
| Form | Dried herbs |
| Quality Standard | Free from sulphur, herbicides, pesticides |
| Affected Meridians | Spleen, Stomach, Kidney |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Presented as dried whole husks and carefully sourced to ensure purity and authenticity. Packaged to maintain freshness. Suitable for practitioners seeking traditional, premium quality herbal ingredients.
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Description
Hua Jiao – 花椒
Sichuan Peppercorn
Latin: Pericarpium Zanthoxyli
Part Used: Pericarp (Fruit Husk)
Nature & Flavour: Hot, pungent
Meridian Affinities: Spleen, Stomach, Kidney
Hua Jiao, also known as Sichuan Peppercorn, is the dried husk of the prickly ash fruit. Prized for its bold, tongue-tingling flavour, it is a cornerstone of Sichuan cuisine and one of the essential components of Chinese Five Spice.
With a distinct numbing spice and citrusy aroma, Hua Jiao adds a unique sensory dimension to both traditional and modern dishes. It has long been valued not only for its culinary impact but also for its use in classical herbology, where it is incorporated into formulas to support internal warmth and digestive harmony.
All Phoenix Medical dry authentic herbs and concentrated herbal granules are free from sulphur, herbicides, and pesticides.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.577 kg |
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