Premium Organic Schizandra Berry (Schisandra Chinensis/Wuweizi/오미자) - 4oz (113g) Dried Bulk Herbs - Korean Medicinal Herbs for Immune Support, Stress Relief & Liver Detox - Perfect for Teas, Smoothies & Herbal Remedies

Schisandra chinensis (in Chinese, wǔ wèi zi, literally "five-flavor berry" which is its common name) is native to forests of Northern China and the Russian Far East. Its Chinese name comes from the fact that its berries possess all five basic flavors: salty, sweet, sour, pungent (spicy), and bitter. In China, a wine is made from the berries. In Korean, the berries are known as omija (five flavors). The cordial drink made from the berries is called omija cha, meaning "omija tea"; see Korean tea. Tea brewing method - 1. Rinse the herbs with cold running water then soak it for 30min. 2. Water : Herbs ( 2liters : 30g ) 3. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 30min ~ 2hr or more. ( Dried Roots, Seeds or Fruits : 1hr - 2hr / Loose leaves : 10min-30min ) Enjoy!! **Keep refridgerated and drink the tea hot or cold