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Hu Sui (Coriander): Flavor pungent, nature warm (some say slightly cold), slightly toxic. Promotes digestion, regulates the five zang organs, tonifies deficiencies, benefits the large and small intestines, unblocks qi in the lower abdomen, draws out heat from the four limbs, stops headache, treats sand rash and pea sores (smallpox/chickenpox-like exanthematous diseases). Sprinkled with wine, eruptions appear immediately; also opens the orifices of the heart. Long-term consumption leads to forgetfulness, induces axillary odor, triggers Hong Kong foot (tinea pedis/foot rot), and its root induces stubborn diseases.

Seed: Primarily treats pediatric alopecia areata (bald patches on scalp); applied externally after frying in oil. Also treats gu poison (parasitic disease), five types of hemorrhoids, and hematochezia caused by meat poisoning. Decocted, the juice is taken when cooled. In Bingzhou, it is called Xiang Sui; for medicinal use, it should be stir-fried.

Chen Cangqi states: Hu Sui. Fangfeng Zhu Su Yun: Fangfeng seed resembles Hu Sui, flavor pungent, nature warm. Promotes digestion; long-term consumption causes forgetfulness and axillary odor; the root induces stubborn diseases. The seed treats pediatric alopecia areata, applied externally after frying in oil. Also treats gu poison, five types of "wild chicken diseases" (referring to specific dermatological conditions or parasitic infections), and hematochezia from meat poisoning. Decoct until seeds split, then take the juice. It is Xiang Sui. Food therapy nature is neutral. Benefits the five zang organs, tonifies sinews and vessels. Treats excessive hunger and appetite. If consumed in excess, it causes forgetfulness. Furthermore, if one has eaten various toxic meats, resulting in persistent vomiting and bleeding, accompanied by abdominal stagnation and yellowing, take one sheng of clean Hu Sui seed, decoct and consume (note: text implies processing method involving breaking open), extract the juice, cool it, and take half a sheng, divided into two doses over a day and night to stop symptoms. Additionally, those with fox odor (body malodor) or dental diseases should not consume it, as it exacerbates the condition. Individuals with chronic cold constitutions who consume it may experience leg weakness. Those suffering from Qi disorders should absolutely avoid it. Do not consume together with Xie Hao (Artemisia species); doing so causes sweaty body odor and makes recovery difficult. Do not consume long-term; this is considered a "smoking vegetable" that damages spirit and vitality. In autumn and winter, crush the seeds, boil in vinegar, and apply hot compresses to prolapsed rectum (intestine head), which is very effective. Can be eaten with raw vegetables to treat intestinal wind. Wrapping in hot flatbread is also beneficial. *Waitai Miyao*: Treats toothache. Five sheng of Hu Zi (should be Hu Sui seed). Decoct with five sheng of water until one sheng remains, hold in mouth. *Jingyan Houfang*: Treats pediatric measles (Zhen Dou). Cut in two, boil with two large cups of wine until boiling, pour over Hu Sui, cover immediately to prevent gas escape. After cooling, remove dregs, spray over the entire body except the face. Sun Simiao states: Consumption causes forgetfulness, induces stubborn diseases, fox odor, dental issues, halitosis, and traumatic injuries (*Bingbu Shouji*): Treats persistent erysipelas in children; applying juice heals it. *Tan Shi Fang*: Same as above. *Bixiao Fang*: Treats gu poison with miraculous effect, producing immediate results. Also treats heat qi stagnation recurring annually. Take half a jin, collected on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, dried in shade, decocted with seven sheng of water, strain, and divide for dosing. If not cured, continue taking. Use leaves in spring and summer, stems and roots in autumn and winter; can be prepared in advance. *Zimu Milu*: Treats anal prolapse. Cut one sheng, burn, and smoke the anus with the fumes to reduce the prolusion.