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Sour in flavor, warm in nature, non-toxic. It primarily treats lightness of the body, benefits Qi, and relieves thirst. Also known as Yusu (Jade Sui). It grows on rocks, resembling pine trees, five to six cun in height, with purple flowers; the stems and leaves are used.

Minister Yuxi et al., according to Chen Cangqi, state: The current Shisong (Lycopodium) grows on rocks, one to two chi in height. Mountain people soak its roots and stems in wine to dispel wind and blood stasis, remove wind itching, and it is suitable for the elderly. "Boying" should be the character "Bai" (Cypress), an error in transcription.

Sweet in flavor. It primarily treats alternating cold and heat, and vexation. Also known as Shushi (Millet Stone). It grows in the mountains and marshes of Dongjun near water. It has five colors, contains juice, and is moist and lustrous.

Sweet in flavor. It primarily tonifies the Qi of the Five Viscera, brings lightness to the body, and prolongs life. Also known as Yinjing (Yin Essence). It emerges from rocks in the sixth and seventh lunar months, appearing greenish-yellow, and emits light at night.

Bitter in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It primarily treats leukorrhea in women. Also known as Aizi. It grows on the sunny side of mountains, producing leaves in the first lunar month that resemble Luli (Veratrum), with stems covered by a sheath-like layer.

It primarily brightens the eyes, benefits Jing and Qi, prevents hunger and thirst, brings lightness to the body, and prolongs life. Also known as Shijie (Stone Mustard).

Minister Yuxi et al., according to Chen Cangqi, state: It grows in the shade of rocks, similar to Wuyou (roof moss) or Yuanyi (wall lichen); it spreads when it gets rain, hence the name Shiru (Stone Wet). In early spring, it is verdant, opening four leaves at the tip. Mountain people call it Shijie; its nature is cold, it brightens the eyes, and prevents hunger and thirst.

Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It primarily treats eye pain, dripping leucorrhea/urethral discharge, alternating cold and heat, and extravasated blood. Also known as Shelie, and also known as Guzhuo. The stems and leaves are harvested in the third and fifth lunar months and dried in the shade.

Minister Yuxi et al., according to the Erya, state: [Text missing], Bo [Text missing]. Guo Pu’s commentary states: Also known as Shi Yun (Stone Fern).

Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It primarily treats thirst and Xiaozhong (Middle Jiao Xiao Ke disease).

Sweet and sour in flavor, non-toxic. It primarily treats heart and abdominal disorders, stops sweating, generates flesh, treats alcohol crusts, benefits Qi, enhances cold resistance, and solidifies the marrow. Also known as Lingshi. It grows on grassy rocks; it remains dry during rain but becomes moist after sunrise. The flowers are yellow, and the stems are reddish-black. It bears fruit once every three years, red like hemp seeds. The stems and leaves are harvested in the fifth and tenth lunar months and dried in the shade.

Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It primarily benefits Qi, nourishes the Shen (Spirit), clears heat, and relieves thirst. It grows in Jiangnan, resembling Shicao (Stone Grass).

Bitter in flavor, non-toxic. It primarily treats Kebi (Thirst-Bi syndrome).