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(From *Bencao Shiyi* / Supplement to Materia Medica)
[Collected Explanations] Chen Cangqi stated: It grows in the wetlands of Jiangdong. The seedlings resemble Cyperaceae (sedge). In the fourth and fifth lunar months, it bears fruit resembling Myrica rubra (bayberry).
[Properties and Flavors] Pungent, neutral, non-toxic.
[Indications] For dysentery with red and white discharge (Chi Bai Li), decoct the stems and seeds in water and take orally (Chen Cangqi).

(From *Bencao Gangmu* / Compendium of Materia Medica)
[Names] Di Jiao (Earth Peppercorn).
[Collected Explanations] Li Shizhen stated: It grows by the water. It has many branches and leaves. Its fruits resemble those of Myrica rubra (bayberry). *Gengxin Yuce* states: Di Jiao is also known as Shui Yangmei (Water Bayberry). It mostly grows in shady and damp places near roads, and can also be found in wild fields. It grows in clumps. The seedlings and leaves resemble Chrysanthemum leaves. Yellow flowers bloom at the tips of the stems. The fruits resemble Sichuan peppercorns but are not red. The fruits can be used to process San Huang (Three Yellows: Coptidis Rhizoma, Scutellariae Radix, Phellodendri Cortex), Bai Fan (Alumen), and to refine Dan Sha (Cinnabar) and Fen Shuang (Calomel).
[Properties and Flavors] Pungent, warm, non-toxic.
[Indications] For Ding Chuang Sores and Zhong Du Swelling and Toxicity (Li Shizhen).

(From *Bencao Gangmu* / Compendium of Materia Medica)
[Collected Explanations] Li Shizhen stated: It grows among field ridges and wilderness near villages. It spreads left and right. Its leaves are dense and opposite, resembling a centipede. The spikes are also long. Commonly called Guo Lu Wu Gong (Passing Centipede). Those that climb trees are called Fei Tian Wu Gong (Flying Centipede). Both roots and seedlings are usable.
[Properties and Flavors] Bitter, cold, non-toxic.
[Indications] To resolve various toxins and treat constipation (Da Bian Bu Tong), crush and extract juice for oral administration. To treat Yong Zhong (carbuncles and swellings), crush and apply externally, and also take powder internally; it can detoxify and drain pus. For injuries from centipedes, add a small amount of salt, crush, and apply externally, or apply powder (Li Shizhen).
[Attached Formulas] New Formula 1. For all types of Yong Ju (carbuncles and sores), as well as Chang Yong (intestinal abscess) and Nai Yong (breast abscess), whether red and swollen without breaking, or broken with undischarged pus and blood, accompanied by fever, pain, but able to eat, Pai Nong Tuo Li San (Pus-Draining and Interior-Supporting Powder) is suitable: Use equal parts of Di Wu Gong (Centipede Herb), Chi Shao Yao (Red Peony Root), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis), and Gan Cao (Licorice Root). Grind into powder. Take two qian per dose, washed down with warm wine. (*Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang* / Standard Effective Formulas for the People's Welfare Bureau).

(From *Bencao Gangmu* / Compendium of Materia Medica)
[Collected Explanations] Li Shizhen stated: Ban Bian Lian (Half-side Lotus) is a small herb. It grows beside shady and damp field ridges. It creeps along the ground with thin stems and vines, producing small leaves node by node. In autumn, it blooms with small flowers, pale reddish-purple in color. The flowers have only half a side, resembling a lotus flower, hence the name. It is also called Ji Jie Suo (Urgent Untying of Rope).
[Properties and Flavors] Pungent, neutral, non-toxic.
[Indications] For snake bites (She Hui Shang), crush and drink the juice, and surround the wound with the dregs. It also treats Han Chuan Qi Chu (cold asthma and panting), and Nué Ji Han Re (malaria with alternating chills and fever). Mix with Xiong Huang (Realgar), two qian each, crush into a paste, place in a bowl, cover upside down, and wait for the color... (Text incomplete)