味辛微温。主明目益精。除水气。久服轻身。茎主瘾疹痒。可作浴汤。一名益母。
一名大札。生池泽。
诗 有 。施于中谷。植茂春融。枯摧夏燠。括目益明。澡身具浴。用利坤贞。载生载
育。
诗注。有 。 也。即今益母草。诗。施于中谷。李时珍曰。春初生苗。夏至后即枯。
其功宜于妇人。易注。坤贞之所利。诗。载生载育。
味甘平。主中风暴热。不能动摇。跌筋结肉诸不足。久服去面黑 。好颜色润泽。轻
身不老。生山谷。
瑞昭礼备。象着威仪。柔筋释结。腴貌生姿。直标竹箭。垂比缨蕤。表青里白。荧曜春
熙。
瑞应图。葳蕤者。礼备至则生。嵇康论。染骨柔筋。人物志。能在释结。吴儆诗。腴貌
伟视
听。嵇康诗。顾盼生姿。
郭
表青里
白。亦类黄精。名医曰。一名荧。立春后采。
味辛寒。主疝瘕肠泄膀胱。热结溺不下。咳逆温疟。癫痫惊邪狂走。久服坚骨髓益气
轻身。一名梨盖。生川谷。
若防若葵。审名辨类。瘕结石坚。腹逆水 。顿席清凉。遂澄朗慧。介祉除邪。时维濯
禊。
苏恭曰。根叶似葵。香味似防风。故名防葵。说文。 水不利也。黄庭经。飘飘三帝席
清凉
太清。神仙众经。要略其意。明澄朗慧。吴普曰。三月三日采根。风俗通。禊者。洁也。已
者。祉也。邪病已去。祈介祉也。刘孝绰诗。濯禊元已初。
[Chongwei Zi (Leonurus Fructus)]
Pungent in flavor, slightly warm in nature. Primarily treats brightening the eyes and benefiting essence. Eliminates water retention. Long-term consumption lightens the body. The stem treats urticaria and itching, and can be used for bathing decoctions. Also known as Yimu Cao (Motherwort Herb). Also known as Dazha. Grows in ponds and marshes.
The poem states: Growing in the central valley. Planted in spring when it is lush and harmonious; withered and destroyed in summer heat. Opening the eyes benefits vision; bathing cleanses the body. Beneficial to women (Kun Zhen), carrying life and nurturing all things.
Poem annotation: "You" refers to existence. It is the current Motherwort Herb. The *Book of Songs* says: "Shi yu zhong gu" (Placed in the central valley). Li Shizhen said: Sprouts appear early in spring; withers after the Summer Solstice. Its efficacy is suitable for women. The commentary on the *I Ching* (Book of Changes) states: "What Kun Zhen benefits." The *Book of Songs* says: "Zai sheng zai yu" (Carrying life and nurturing).
[Nüwei (Anemarrhenae Rhizoma / or related herb contextually identified as such in some editions, but text describes properties similar to Anemarrhena or similar tonics, here translated based on text description)]
Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature. Primarily treats sudden heat from wind-stroke, inability to move limbs, tendon contractions, flesh nodules, and various deficiencies. Long-term consumption removes facial dark spots, improves complexion luster, lightens the body, and prevents aging. Grows in mountain valleys.
The Ruiying Tu (Illustrated Book of Auspicious Signs) records: When rituals are complete, luxuriant growth arises, symbolizing majesty and dignity. Softens tendons and releases knots; plump appearance generates posture. Straight like bamboo arrows; hanging down like tassels. Green outside, white inside; shining brightly like the warm spring sun.
The *Ruiying Tu* states: Weirui (luxuriant growth) arises when rites are fully prepared. Ji Kang discussed: Dyeing bones and softening tendons. *Renwu Zhi* (Characteristics of People) states: Ability to release knots. Wu Jing's poem states: Plump appearance, grand vision and hearing. Ji Kang's poem states: Glances generate posture.
Guo Pu annotated: Green outside, white inside; also similar to Huangjing (Polygonatum Rhizome). Famous physicians say: Also known as Ying. Harvested after Start of Spring.
[Fangkui (Bupleuri Radix / or distinct herb Fangkui, historically debated, often identified as Bupleurum or similar root)]
Pungent in flavor, cold in nature. Primarily treats hernia, mass accumulation, intestinal diarrhea, bladder heat stagnation causing inability to urinate, cough and counterflow qi, warm malaria, epilepsy, fright evil, mania, and frantic running. Long-term consumption strengthens bone marrow, benefits qi, and lightens the body. Also known as Ligai. Grows in river valleys.
Resembling Fangfeng (Saposhnikovia Root) and Kui (Hibiscus), examine the name to distinguish the category. Masses and stones are hard; abdominal counterflow is like stagnant water; suddenly feeling cool on the mat. Thus clarifying and illuminating wisdom; blessing and removing evil. The season is Zhuoxi (purification ritual).
Su Gong said: Roots and leaves resemble Kui; fragrance resembles Fangfeng, hence named Fangkui. *Shuowen Jiezi*: Indicates water difficulty. *Huangting Jing*: Floating on the seats of the Three Emperors, cool in Taiqing. *Shenxian Zhongjing* summarizes its meaning, indicating clarity and wisdom. Wu Pu said: Harvest roots on the third day of the third month. *Fengsu Tong* states: Xi means cleanliness. Yi (Si) means blessing. Evil diseases have departed; praying for blessings. Liu Xiaochuo's poem states: Zhuoxi begins at Yuan Si.