Mu Gua – 木瓜
Mu Gua 木瓜, also known as Chinese Quince Fruit or Dried Papaya, is the fruit of Chaenomeles speciosa prepared for professional herbal and culinary use. Renowned for its tangy aroma and warm, sour flavour, Mu Gua lends chewiness and distinctive taste to herbal infusions and snacks. Its dried form enhances its naturally sour character, making it versatile across both traditional herbal practice and cuisine.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Herbal Name | Fructus Chaenomelis |
| Chinese Name | 木瓜 |
| Common Name | Chinese Quince Fruit / Dried Papaya |
| Part Used | Fruit |
| Form | Dried herb |
| Quality Standard | Not treated with sulphur, herbicides, or pesticides |
| Affected Meridians | Liver, Spleen |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Additional Information
Packaged in 0.577 kg units for convenient dispensing and culinary creativity. Each batch is carefully sourced and dried to premium quality standards
Expiry Date: 30/04/2029
Description
Mu Gua – 木瓜
Chinese Quince Fruit / Dried Papaya
Latin: Fructus Chaenomelis
Part Used: Fruit
Nature & Flavour: Warm, sour
Meridian Affinities: Liver, Spleen
Mu Gua, also known as Chinese Quince or Dried Papaya, is a tangy, aromatic fruit that has long been appreciated in Traditional Chinese Medicine and cuisine. Though it shares a name with tropical papaya, Mu Gua is distinct in flavour and origin. Its naturally sour taste is accentuated when dried, making it a flavourful and chewy addition to herbal brews or snacks.
Traditionally, Mu Gua has been used in preparations aimed at maintaining internal balance and promoting movement and harmony within the body. It is also known for its pleasant fragrance and versatility, from culinary uses to topical applications.
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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