Yuxian peppercorns

Yuxian peppercorns

　　Yuxian peppercorns have been cultivated for over a thousand years. The main varieties include Dahongpao, Xiaohongpao, and Huangjinjiao. They are known for their bright color, red exterior with yellow interior, and fragrant aroma, which locals call "fragrance that spreads ten miles." There are currently 550,000 fruit-bearing pepper trees in the county, yielding 350,000 kilograms annually, with wide sales across the country.

　　Yangquan peppercorns are mainly produced in the northern part of Yuxian. They are renowned for their round and uniform fruit, large size, and high oil yield.

　　The main products include Huangjinjiao and Dahongpao, with an annual production of 238,000 kilograms. The annual export volume reaches 20,000 kilograms, primarily sold to Europe, America, the CIS countries, Mongolia, and other regions.

　　Yuxian peppercorns are widely renowned and a famous local specialty. Mainly planted in the northern region of Yuxian, they have over a thousand years of cultivation history. Yuxian peppercorns are highly esteemed throughout Shanxi and enjoy great fame. The main varieties include Dahongpao, Xiaohongpao, and Huangjinjiao. These peppercorns are known for their bright color, red exterior with yellow interior, and fragrant aroma, often referred to as "fragrance that spreads ten miles." They feature fine skin, small seeds, large grains, vibrant color, strong fragrance, long shelf life, and high oil content in the seeds. The county currently has over 600,000 pepper trees, yielding more than 400,000 kilograms of peppercorns annually. Once dried, the peppercorns can be stored for 3 to 5 years without losing their fragrance, making them an ideal seasoning. Medicinally, they help warm the middle energizer, dispel cold, remove dampness, stimulate appetite, and relieve pain. In summer, wrapping them in gauze and placing small packets in wardrobes or rice containers can help prevent insect damage. Besides supplying the domestic market, they are also exported abroad.