Bulk Schisandra berry Whole Organic

Schisandra chinensis
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[ 5054 ]Schisandra chinensisORG

Schisandra berry Whole Organic

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Whole organic Schisandra berries (wu wei zi) come from a woody vine found throughout northern China. They are considered one of the 50 fundamental herbs and are one of nine herbs that are officially classified as adaptogens, which can increase your body’s resistance to stress. The Schisandra berry is known for having five flavors simultaneously—salty, sweet, sour, pungent and bitter, making them great for tea blends or to make wines, cordials and syrups.

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound6.5
originchina
plant part usedberries
processingwhole

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsKeep in an airtight container in a cool, dark cabinet.
appearance & aromaWrinkled pearl-like berries.

c.
uses

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culinaryUse to make teas, wines, cordials and syrups.

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[ tip: Combine whole schisandra berries with the raisin-like flavor of goji berries in teas and tonics. ~ from Monterey Bay Herb Company ]

Combine whole schisandra berries with the raisin-like flavor of goji berries in teas and tonics.

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[ tea strainer basket (XL) ]

[ tip: Infuse a full tea pot of Schisandra with this extra-large strainer.  ~ from Monterey Bay Herb Company ]

Infuse a full tea pot of Schisandra with this extra-large strainer.

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d.
flavor profile

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schisandra berries

Despite its use in making teas and tonics, Schisandra is not very palatable as a culinary herb.

e.
formulas & recipes

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f.
what else you should know

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schisandra berries

Schisandra is a woody, climbing vine that is related to magnolia. The plant is native to China, where it is known as Wu Wei Zi and various other local names that translate to "five flavor berry" or "five fruit flavors." This is in reference to the fact that the fruit of this vine delivers all five taste sensations—salty, sweet, sour, pungent and bitter—at the same time.

Despite the interesting flavor profile, Schisandra berries aren’t the kind of fruit that you want to mix with yogurt or add to cereal. They are, however, an excellent choice for making restorative teas, tonics and other preparations, especially in combination with other herbs with similar energetics.


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