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[Foer Cao]
Non-toxic. Grows in clusters.
Foer Cao (Earleaf Aster Herb) treats cold coughs, eliminates cold from the lungs, and greatly tonifies Lung Qi (modern view suggests it has a tonifying effect). [Seedling] According to notes: This herb produces seedlings in spring, growing over one chi tall. The stems and leaves resemble those of Xuanfu Hua (Inulae Flos), but are covered with white hairs throughout. When broken, it yields a cottony substance, soft and tough like Ai Ye (Artemisiae Argyi Folium). The stem tips branch out, bearing a dozen small yellow flowers with extremely fine, villous petals. Current physicians often use this herb for cold coughs because it can ascend Lung Qi and disperse cold pathogens. [Habitat] Abundant in the Jiangnan region. [Seasonality] (Growth) Seedlings emerge in spring; (Harvest) Collected in summer and autumn. [Preservation] Dried in shade. [Medicinal Parts] Stems, leaves, and flowers. [Color] Yellow flowers, green leaves. [Taste] Acrid (Pungent). [Nature] Hot. [Odor/Qi] Those with strong odor belong to Yang. [Smell] Rotten smell. [Adjuvant] Used as an adjuvant with Kuantonghua (Stellariae Herba) in small doses. [Processing] Crushed before use. [Indications] (Therapy) For phlegm-cough caused by external cold exposure and consumption of cold drinks/foods that persists for a long time, decocting and sipping the liquid slowly is effective. [Combined Therapy] For chronic cough due to wind invading the lungs: Mix Foer Cao with Eguan Shi (Ostreae Concha), Xionghuang (Realgar), and Kuantonghua into powder. Use egg white to coat paper, roll the powder into a tube, ignite, and inhale the smoke through the mouth. Another prescription: Mix Foer Cao with Nanxing (Arisaematis Rhizoma), Yujin (Curcumae Radix), Eguan Shi, and Kuantonghua into powder. Place on the tongue with Ginger and Ai Ye (Artemisiae Folium), moxa on the ginger, directing the smoke into the throat. [Contraindications] Excessive consumption damages the eyes.
[Pingxiang]
According to Chen Cangqi: Grows in valleys of the South Sea. Resembles grass, tastes cold, non-toxic. Mainly used for epidemic febrile diseases (Tianxing Shiqi), demonic influences, and evil spirits; burning is appropriate. Additionally, boiling in water helps wash away edema and floating qi. Decocted with Tujiang (Zingiberis Rhizoma Recens or similar local ginger) and Jiezi (Sinapis Semen) for bathing is very effective for Feng Nue (Wind Malaria).
[Chaizi Gu]
According to Mr. Chen: Grows in Lingnan and mountains of the South Sea. Each stem has thirty roots, resembling Xixin (Asari Radix et Rhizoma), tastes bitter and neutral, non-toxic. Mainly used for detoxification and treating carbuncles and sores, with miraculous efficacy. Best produced in Zhongwan Prefecture. The stems have similar efficacy; decoct with water for oral administration. Because Lingnan has many toxins, every household stores it.
[Yinan Cao]
According to "Guangzhou Ji": Grows in southern Guangxi valleys. Has pods about two chi long, containing thin sheets like paper, size comparable to cicada wings. Mainly used against evil pathogens. Both men and women may carry one piece in a crimson silk bag on the arm to ward off evil and calm fright. This herb grows in the south, hence the name involving "South" characters. People nowadays often mistakenly write it as "Male/Female" characters, which is incorrect. "Yinan Cao" (Plantain Lily) refers to Xuanncao (Hemerocallis Citrina).