Turnjujube Powder Hovenia Acerba Powder

Turnjujube fruit, derived from Hovenia Dulcis Thunb tree, features small (5-7 mm), round, reddish-brown drupes with a glossy, brittle shell enclosing three hard seeds. The true culinary value lies in its thick, fleshy fruit stalks (peduncles), which swell and turn amber-brown upon ripening in late autumn. These twisted, branched stalks develop a wrinkled, raisin-like appearance and chewy texture with a naturally sweet, honey-caramel flavor, often compared to dates or jujubes. Native to East Asia (China, Korea, Japan), the tree thrives in temperate forests and mountainous regions. Harvested clusters are typically sun-dried to intensify sweetness and shelf stability. Primarily consumed as a snack or candied treat, the stalks are also brewed into herbal teas, fermented into wines/vinegars, or incorporated into traditional desserts. The seeds and wood hold secondary uses in crafts and folk remedies, while dried stalks serve as a natural sugar substitute in confectionery.