Herb
Schisandra
A 'five-flavor' berry, taken as tea or extract, traditionally used as an adaptogen to support energy, focus, and the liver.
📊 How it ranks (our editor score) — 73/100Tap to see the breakdown
🌱 What it is
Schisandra is a small red berry from a climbing vine, traditionally dried and taken as tea or extract as a daily tonic herb.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May help support steady energy and focus
- May help support the body's response to everyday stress
- May help support normal liver function
- May help provide a grounding daily tonic
🥗 Nutrition
Per 1 tsp dried berries (3g) · about 8 calories
- Lignans (schisandrin)
- Vitamin C (trace)
- Organic acids
Source: Nutrition estimate (per typical serving)
🥄 How to use it
Steep 1 teaspoon of dried schisandra berries in hot water for 10 minutes, or take an extract per the label; it's a slow, daily tonic with a uniquely tart-sour taste.
How much: 1 teaspoon dried berries as teaA warm drink made by steeping herbs in hot water. How to make a tea →, or extract per the label, daily.
Show full details & how to prepare it
Schisandra is a striking red berry known as the 'five-flavor fruit' for its mix of sour, sweet, salty, bitter, and pungent tastes. In traditional use it's an adaptogen — taken steadily to support steady energy, mental focus, and the liver's resilience, especially through stressful stretches.
Ways to prepare it
⚠️ Cautions
- May cause mild heartburn or stomach upset in some.
- Avoid in pregnancy; use caution with epilepsy and with medicines processed by the liver (it can affect their levels).
- Start with a small amount to see how it suits you.
📚 What others say
- A traditional adaptogenic berry
- Long used to support energy, focus, and the liver
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🕊️ A word of encouragement
Five flavors in a single berry — a picture of life's fullness. Embrace the whole of your seasons.
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