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*Qimin Yaoshu*, Volume 4: For those with metal weapon injuries (Jinchuang, traumatic wounds caused by sharp metal objects) and nursing mothers, pears should not be consumed. Excessive consumption damages the human body; it is not a nourishing substance. If postpartum women during confinement or patients whose illnesses have not yet recovered consume many pears, they will inevitably contract diseases. Those suffering from coughing and rebellious Qi ascending (Ke Ni Shang Qi, characterized by cough and upward rushing of Qi) should exercise particular caution.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 968: To treat falling-induced stiffness (Pu Jiang, bodily rigidity resulting from falls), Hua [herb/part] enhances complexion and beauty.

*Yiwen Leiju*, Volume 86: Also known as Zhu Zhu, also known as Mai Ying. Sweet and rich in flavor. Primarily regulates the Middle Jiao (central digestive system), benefits Spleen Qi, improves complexion, and promotes a pleasant spirit.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 978: Also known as Ban. Harvested on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. Can be used to make facial cosmetic paste.

*Qimin Yaoshu*, Volume 3: Also known as Shuisu, also known as Laozu, also known as Jisu.

Note: This herb is referenced under the entry for Danshen in this book; *Bie Lu* records "Renzi".

*Yiwen Leiju*, Volume 82: Also known as Tian Liao, also known as Ye Liao, also known as Ze Liao.

*Qimin Yaoshu*, Volume 3: Also known as Shu [character missing], also known as Jiangjie. Leaves resemble Luo Li but are finer. Grows in Shu region; can be eaten raw.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 989: Also known as Fangjin, also known as Goushi. Shennong and Leigong state: Sweet in taste, neutral in nature, non-toxic. Harvested at Start of Autumn (Liqiu).

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 989: Also known as Man. Shennong states: Bitter; Leigong states: Sweet.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 995: Shennong and Qibo state: Pungent. Leigong and Bian Que state: Non-toxic. Do not use together with Muli (Oyster Shell) and Baiwei (Cynanchum Atratum Root). Those stored underground first become poisonous if eaten, causing death.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 995: Also known as Ma [character missing], also known as Qingyang, also known as Qingge. Shennong states: Pungent. Qibo states: Toxic. Leigong states: Sweet. Incompatible with Muli (Oyster Shell) and Baiwei (Cynanchum Atratum Root). The leaves contain toxins; ingestion causes death.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 995: Also known as Mahua. Leigong states: Pungent, non-toxic. Incompatible with Muli (Oyster Shell).

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 841: Shennong and Qibo state: Warm when raw, cold when cooked. Harvested in September. Neutralizes the toxicity of Wutou (Aconite); Xuan Shen (Scrophulariae Radix) is not used.

*Taiping Yulan*, Volume 841: Shennong and Huangdi state: Salty. Leigong states: Sweet. Harvested in September.