Chinaberry Fruit Whole (Melia Toosendan)

Chinaberry Fruit Whole (Melia toosendan) is the dried fruit of the Chinaberry tree, a bitter and aromatic herb long used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for its qi-regulating, pain-relieving, and heat-clearing properties. Known in TCM as Chuan Lian Zi, this potent fruit is valued for its ability to disperse stagnant liver qi, alleviate pain, and expel parasites, particularly in conditions linked to tension, inflammation, or digestive imbalance.

In traditional practice, Chinaberry Fruit is described as bitter, cold, and slightly toxic, entering the Liver, Small Intestine, and Bladder channels. It is used to soothe liver qi stagnation, a common cause of flank pain, menstrual cramps, or epigastric distension. It also helps clear heat and relieve pain associated with inflammation of the urinary or digestive tract. In stronger applications, it is used to expel intestinal parasites and alleviate abdominal discomfort.

In TCM formulas, Chuan Lian Zi is often paired with Fructus Toosendan (Xiang Fu) or Corydalis (Yan Hu Suo) to enhance its qi-moving and analgesic actions, balancing the liver’s emotional and physical tension.

Modern research identifies limonoids, toosendanin, and alkaloids in Melia toosendan, which have demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antiparasitic, and hepatoprotective effects. These findings reinforce its historical reputation as a powerful liver-regulating and detoxifying herb.

Each batch of Chinaberry Fruit Whole (Melia toosendan) is carefully harvested and dried to preserve its natural golden hue, pungent aroma, and potent compounds. When decocted, it produces a bitter, aromatic infusion traditionally used to soothe liver tension, relieve pain, and support digestive comfort.