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Non-toxic. Plant growth morphology.

Jushengzi (Sesamum indicum seed) treats deficiency and emaciation of the five Zang organs, strengthens Qi and force, and solidifies sinews and bones. ○ Its oil treats intestinal constipation caused by epidemic heat closure. ○ Its leaves can be used for washing the head to promote hair growth and luster (Recorded by Famous Physicians). [Name] Goushi (Dog Lice), Fangjing (Square Stem). [Seedling] (Illustrated Classic states) Jusheng and Huma have similar appearances. Tao Hongjing said: The one with a round stem is Huma; the one with a square stem is Jusheng. Su Gong said: The fruit forming pods with eight edges is named Jusheng; those with six or four edges are named Huma. Thus, Huma and Jusheng are two different substances. However, among the eight grains, it is the most abundant, hence named Jusheng (Great Abundance). Guangya states: Goushi is Jusheng. Ge Chichuan also said: Among Huma, the variety with one leaf and two pods is Jusheng. Currently, according to seasonal usage, the one with flat and small seeds inside the pod having three edges is Huma, while the slightly larger, four-edged, and square one is Jusheng. [Region] (Illustrated Classic states) Grows in the streams and marshes of Shangdang; now found everywhere, mostly cultivated in gardens, rarely wild (Authentic Origin). Those grown in Hu regions are excellent. [Time] (Growth) Seedlings emerge in spring. (Harvest) Collect seeds in August and September. [Processing] Sun-dry. [Usage] The four-edged variety is preferred. [Color] Purple-black. [Flavor] Sweet, sour, astringent. [Nature] Mild and steady. [Qi] Thin Qi, Yin within Yang. [Odor] Fragrant. [Main Action] Benefits the five Zang organs, fills the bone marrow. [Preparation] Steamed nine times and sun-dried nine times, then pounded. [Treatment] (Therapy) (Ri Huaizi said) Promotes urination and defecation, induces labor, expels the placenta, dispels wind-warmth qi, treats wandering wind and cephalic wind, applying to the head promotes hair growth (Tonification) (Ri Huaizi said) Benefits Lung Qi, moistens the five Zang organs, fills essence and marrow (Benlu said) Ingesting it prevents aging and resists wind-dampness. [Combined Therapy] Combined with white honey in equal parts to form pills named Jingshen Wan (Calm Spirit Pill), which benefits Lung Qi, moistens the five Zang organs, supports grain-free diet (Bigu), and fills bone marrow. [Contraindication] Improperly steamed causes hair loss.

Non-toxic. Huma oil treats unblocking the large intestine and retained placenta. Raw oil applied externally treats sores and swelling, and alopecia (Recorded by Famous Physicians). [Seedling] According to records: Huma seedlings emerge in spring; the stems resemble hemp, are round, three to four chi high, with round, sharp, glossy leaves. By autumn, fruits form pods with four or six edges. People harvest the fruits, remove the husks, use the kernels to press oil. Externally it nourishes hair; internally it nourishes the Zang and Fu organs, largely due to its lubricating properties. [Region] (Illustrated Classic states) Grows in the streams and marshes of Shangdang; now found everywhere, mostly cultivated in gardens, rarely wild (Authentic Origin). Those grown in Hu regions are excellent. [Time] (Growth) No specific season. (Harvest) No specific season. [Color] Greenish-yellow. [Flavor] Sweet. [Nature] Slightly cold. [Qi] Thin Qi, Yin within Yang. [Odor] Fragrant. [Preparation] Cooked by frying for medicinal use; raw use is also acceptable. [Treatment] (Therapy) (Chen Cangqi said) Relieves epidemic heat constipation and clears internal intestinal heat ○ Raw oil kills parasites (Benlu said) Treats aphonia. [Contraindication] Excessive consumption damages the voice and causes heaviness of the body.