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*Yao Xing Lun* (Treatise on Drug Properties) states: Chenpi (Dried Tangerine Peel), with a bitter and pungent taste, can treat Qi stagnation in the chest and diaphragm, promote appetite, primarily address Qi-type dysentery (dysentery caused by Qi obstruction), resolve phlegm-fluids, and treat rebellious cough.

Ri Hua Zi says: The peel is warm. It resolves phlegm, stops coughing, and breaks up accumulations and masses (Zheng Jia Pi Ji). The seeds: treat lower back pain, Qi disorders of the bladder, and kidney pain. Stir-fry to remove the shell, and take with wine.

The fibrous membrane of the tangerine sac: treats thirst and vomiting. Stir-fry with wine, decoct in water, and drink; it is very effective. Another prescription: treats various forms of dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Adding Zhike (Bitter Orange Fruit) enhances efficacy.

Sweet in taste, neutral in nature, non-toxic. Primarily treats evil Qi in the heart and abdomen, calms the Middle Jiao, nourishes the Spleen, assists the Twelve Meridians, harmonizes Stomach Qi, unblocks the Nine Orifices, supplements deficiency of Yuan Qi and body fluids, addresses bodily insufficiency, alleviates symptoms from sudden fright, and treats heaviness in the four limbs. Harmonizes various herbs, tonifies the Middle and benefits Qi, strengthens physical power, removes vexation, treats a sensation of hanging discomfort below the heart, and intestinal rumbling/diarrhea. Meng Shen says: Dried dates are warm. They primarily replenish body fluids. The kernels of three-year-aged dates treat malignant Qi, sudden onset of Zhu-Wu (acute infectious or mental disorders), and also treat deafness and nasal congestion. Furthermore, they wash away evil Qi in the heart and abdomen, harmonize the toxicity of various drugs, and treat autumnal dysentery in children. Ri Hua Zi says: Moistens the Heart and Lungs, stops coughing, tonifies the Five Zang organs, treats consumptive fever and damage, and eliminates stagnant Qi in the intestines and stomach. Calcined with Guang Fen (Gypsum Fibrosum) treats Gan Li (infantile malnutrition with diarrhea). Those with dental diseases must strictly avoid eating them; they should not be consumed with raw green onions. Leaves: treat high fever in children.

Sweet in taste, neutral in nature, non-toxic. Primarily treats Bi syndrome (painful obstruction) of muscles and bones, benefits Qi and increases strength, stabilizes the Will (Zhi), makes one robust and strong, tolerates hunger and endures wind-cold, can be used for wine infusion, drives out water retention, and promotes urination. Meng Shen says: Dates should not be eaten in excess, as they cause sudden vexation and blurred vision. Roots: Decocted strongly, the juice stops retching, treats nausea after cholera-like illness, and addresses fetal Qi rushing upward to the heart in pregnant women. Drinking it causes the Qi to descend and the fetus to stabilize. *Yao Xing Lun* states: Acts as the Sovereign herb. Clears water-Qi between the intestines, regulates the Middle Jiao, treats Lin syndrome (dysuria), and unblocks urination. Another view: Treats epidemic febrile diseases where sores and rashes fail to erupt.

Sweet in taste, neutral in nature, non-toxic. Primarily treats painful obstruction (Bi syndrome) causing pain in the waist, spine, and knees, tonifies the Middle, eliminates acute illnesses, benefits Essence and Qi, stabilizes the Will, and clarifies the ears and eyes. Meng Shen says: Eating raw triggers Wind-Cold Qi. Chen Shiliang says: Although this plant grows in water, it has soft roots, known as Chun Cai (Water Shield). It primarily treats Qi knotting and pain in the lower abdomen. Ri Hua Zi says: Promotes appetite and aids Qi. The root can be eaten as a vegetable. Another view: Qianshi (Euryale Seed) ground into powder is excellent and considered an elixir of longevity.