DISCLAIMER: Product images are for illustration purposes only. Actual product characteristics including but not limited to size and colour may vary due to variations in harvesting and seasonal availability.
Couldn't load pickup availability
- Free Canada-wide delivery for orders over $200!
Enter your Postal code for Delivery Availability
Return Policy
Returns applicable within 3 days of receiving your package. See our Refund Policy for further details.
Botanical Name: Schisandra chinensis
Country of Origin: China
English Name: Schisandra Berries Whole
French Name: Baies de Schisandra Entières
Also Known As: Five-Flavor Berries, Schisandra Fruit, Schisandra Chinensis Berries
Part Used: Berries of Schisandra chinensis
Description: Schisandra Berries Whole are produced from the fully ripened fruit of Schisandra chinensis, a woody climbing vine native to Northeast Asia. The plant grows along forest edges, producing slender stems with glossy, green leaves and clusters of small reddish flowers in late spring. These flowers expand into red berries, which are harvested in late summer or early fall when fully mature to ensure maximum size, colour, and structural integrity.
The berries are cautiously selected to ensure uniformity and quality. Mature berries are firm, smooth, and vibrant red, with a dense fleshy interior. Only intact, undamaged berries are chosen to preserve their natural shape, colour, and botanical identity, making them suitable for cut-and-sifted or whole formats.
After gathering, the berries are gently cleaned to remove stems, debris, and surface impurities. Drying is performed using controlled air or low-temperature methods to stabilise moisture while preserving natural colour, texture, and firmness. The dried berries are visually uniform, free-flowing, and retain their natural shape and structural integrity for handling and storage.
The finished Schisandra Berries Whole product consists of firm, bright red berries with consistent size and appearance. The whole berries maintain their botanical identity and natural aesthetic, making them versatile for blending, display, or formulation purposes. Their intact structure ensures stability during storage and ease of use in wide range of applications.
Uses: Schisandra Berries Whole are used in tea-style infusions, herbal and botanical blends, and fruit-based preparations where intact berries are preferred. They are suitable for decorative displays, craft projects, and educational botanical collections illustrating berry morphology. The whole berries can also be used in manufacturing and formulation processes requiring uniform, visually identifiable dried fruit pieces.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
Safety & Disclaimer: Statements and products through out this site have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or Health Canada. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or illness. Individual results may vary. Always seek the advice or consult your health care provider for your health concerns. If you are pregnant or have a medical condition please consult your health provider prior to use.
