Longan

Dimocarpus longan · long yan rou (龙眼肉)

What It Is

Traditional Context

In traditional Chinese practice, this ingredient has been used to:

· Calm the Heart

· Support sleep

· Nourish blood

Cautions

Warming and sweet — moderate portions. Educational purposes only.

A classic autumn soup built around astragalus root, the traditional defender of the wei qi.

A sweet, warming tea that nourishes blood and calms the mind.

The classic Spleen-supporting porridge — grounding, slightly sweet, endlessly adaptable.