Zhi Zi(Shan) – 栀子(山)
A neutral herbal raw material, Zhi Zi(Shan) – 栀子(山) is the ripe fruit of the gardenia plant, traditionally harvested from September to November when fully mature and then dried. Known for its distinctive bitter flavour and cold nature, it is used in traditional herbal practices. The herb is associated with the Heart, Liver, Lung, and Triple Heater meridians. The dried fruit is sourced and processed according to established quality guidelines.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gardenia jasminoides Ellis |
| Chinese Name | 栀子(山) |
| Part Used | Fruit |
| Form | Dried Herb |
| Quality Standard | Treated without sulphur, treated without herbicides, treated without pesticides |
| Affected Meridians | Heart, Liver, Lung, Triple Heater |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Additional Information
Packaging is professional and suitable for practitioner dispensing. Sourced according to Phoenix Medical’s procurement standards for authentic herbal materials. Neutral suitability for qualified practitioners.
Expiry Date: 30/04/2029
Description
Zhi Zi (Shan) – 栀子(山)
Cape Jasmine Fruit / Gardenia Fruit
Latin: Gardenia jasminoides
Part Used: Fruit
Type: Dried Herb
Known As: Cape Jasmine Fruit, Gardenia Fruit
Zhi Zi (Shan) 栀子(山) is the ripe fruit of the gardenia plant, harvested from September to November when fully mature and traditionally dried. It is associated with the Heart, Liver, Lung and Triple Heater meridians and recognised for its bitter flavour and cold nature. This herb clears heat, drains fire, eliminates irritability, cools blood, stops bleeding and resolves dampness.
All Phoenix Medical dry authentic herbs and concentrated herbal granules are not treated with sulphur, herbicides or pesticides.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.577 kg |
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