The Difference Between Raspberry (Fupenzi) as a Chinese Medicinal Herb and Raspberry Fruit, Its Effects and Functions, and the Price Per Jin

Fupenzi, a Chinese medicine name. It is the dried fruit of the Rosaceae plant Rubus chingii Hu. So what is the difference between it and raspberry fruit? What are its effects and functions? How much does it cost per jin? According to the Bozhou Chinese medicinal herb market, Fupenzi and raspberry fruit are actually the same plant; it is only that when the fruit is unripe and processed, it becomes the medicinal herb “Fupenzi,” while the ripe fruit is called “raspberry” in horticulture. Fupenzi is mainly used as medicine, while raspberry is a type of fruit that can also be processed into various beverages, foods, fruit wines, and cosmetic ingredients; it is a highly fashionable small berry both domestically and internationally.

What effects and functions does Fupenzi have?

1. Fupenzi is rich in organic acids, sugars, and a small amount of vitamin C. The fruit also contains triterpenoid compounds, raspberry acid, ellagic acid, and β-sitosterol.

2. The main effects of Fupenzi are tonifying the kidneys, securing essence, and reducing urination; it is used for kidney deficiency incontinence, frequent urination, etc.

3. It has the effects of improving brain function and intelligence, beautifying the skin, and preventing cancer, because the antioxidants contained in Fupenzi can effectively prevent free radical damage to the brain and improve blood and oxygen supply to the brain, thereby achieving the effect of improving brain function and intelligence.

4. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, lowering blood pressure and anti-allergic, improving skin blood circulation, enhancing the elasticity of skin capillaries, and promoting skin cell regeneration.

5. Fupenzi contains raspberry ketone, which can accelerate fat metabolism and burning; the effect is three times stronger than capsaicin and speeds up fat metabolism and burning by 5 times compared with normal eating.

6. It should be noted that friends with kidney deficiency and excess fire, short and red urine, as well as women in early pregnancy, should take it with caution.

How much does Fupenzi cost per jin?

According to the medicinal herb website:

Fupenzi has recently seen steady small-batch sales, and the overall market has not yet shown obvious changes. Currently, in the Bozhou market, the price of large-granule goods from Zhejiang is around 280 yuan; the price of small-granule goods from Sichuan ranges from 60-65 yuan.

The Fupenzi price in the Lianqiao market is stable; the current market price of Fupenzi is around 280 yuan.

The Fupenzi market in Chengdu remains lukewarm; currently, the market quotation for Zhejiang general goods is around 280 yuan.

In Gangkou Town, Ningguo City, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, Fupenzi has recently been moving slowly, with prices around 265-275 yuan.