It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily brightens the eyes, supplements Qi (vital energy), enriches Jing (essence), and facilitates procreation.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily supplements Qi, treats Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst syndrome), lightens the body, and aids in Bigu (grain avoidance). It grows on hills in Changshan, resembling suet (pig fat).
It tastes sweet, is neutral in nature, and is non-toxic. It primarily relieves thirst and clears heat from the Small Intestine. Also known as Zishi Hua. It grows on the shady slopes of Zhongniu Mountain; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes pungent and is non-toxic. It primarily treats Dan disease (jaundice or related heat disorders), Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst syndrome), and heat in the Bladder. It grows in Bei Yi Shan, Beixiang, Yebin; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily treats impotence, eliminates heat associated with Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst syndrome), and treats irregular menstruation. It grows among stones on the shady slopes of Fuqilao Mountain; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily treats impotence, clears heat in the chest and diaphragm, and removes various toxins. It grows in Yebai Mountain, appearing yellow; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily supplements Qi, nourishes the Shen (spirit), relieves thirst, clears heat, and strengthens Yin essence. It grows in Jiangnan, resembling stone flowers; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes pungent and is non-toxic. It primarily treats Li cough with chills, chronic Wei syndrome (flaccidity syndrome), supplements Qi, and brightens the eyes. It grows in water, resembling a lung, black and glossy with red patterns, drying immediately upon exposure to air.
(Tao Hongjing stated: The current Fushi (pumice) also has effects similar to a lung, but is not black nor glossy; I fear it is not this substance.)
It tastes sour and is non-toxic. It primarily treats body itching and enhances complexion beauty. It grows in Changshan, appearing the color of the liver.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily treats cold-heat disorders of the Stomach, supplements Qi, and facilitates procreation. Also known as Weishi, Gao Shi, or Xiaoshi. It grows among stones in the valleys of Yin Fan Mountain, black like soybeans, with red patterns, slightly yellow in color, thin and light like chess pieces; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes salty and is non-toxic. It primarily treats dysentery and diarrhea, appearing like white pearls.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily treats Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst syndrome), Middle Jiao heat (heat in the middle burner), and female Ju shi (ulcerative sores). It grows in Changshan and Shaoshi Mountain; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily supplements Qi, enhances cold resistance, lightens the body, and prolongs life. It grows in Huashan, appearing thin and glossy.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily brightens the eyes, enriches Jing (essence), removes Bai Xuan (white tinea/psoriasis), and extends longevity.
It tastes sweet and is non-toxic. It primarily treats damage to the Middle Jiao caused by Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst syndrome) and supplements Qi. It grows on the shady slopes of Taishan; it can be harvested at any time.
It tastes pungent and is non-toxic. It primarily strengthens sinews and bones, relieves thirst without causing hunger, and treats insufficient Yin heat. Also known as Jishi or Dongshi. It grows among bluestones in Juan Mountain, Guangjiao Guo.