Schizandra berry, also known as wu wei zi in Chinese, is a small, red fruit native to China and Russia. It has a sour, sweet, and slightly salty taste, and is often used in traditional Chinese medicine.

In addition to its use in medicine, schizandra berry is also popular as a culinary ingredient and is used to flavor drinks and food in many parts of the world. The fruit is high in antioxidants and is believed to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties. Despite these potential benefits, it is important to note that the effectiveness and safety of schizandra berry as a medicinal herb has not been fully established through scientific research.

Botanical Name: schisandra chinensis

Also known as: magnolia berry, five-flavor-fruit, 五味子, wǔwèizi