Huangjing, a classic medicinal material, has occupied an important position in the field of Chinese medicine since ancient times. Its medicinal effects are rich and diverse, and it is known as a good medicine for "replenishing qi and nourishing yin, strengthening the spleen, moistening the lungs, and benefiting the kidneys". However, Huang Jing is not the only name, it has many aliases, each with a unique cultural and historical background. Next, let's explore those aliases of Yellow Essence and understand the story behind them.
1. Another name for Huangjing
1.Immortal Surplus Grain:This alias is related to the medicinal properties of Polygonatum polygonatum (Polygonatum polygonatum). Huangjing is regarded as a good medicine for longevity and immortality, so it is called "the surplus grain of immortals".
2.Kidney**:The name emphasizes the tonic effect of Polygonatum polygonatum and highlights the nourishing effect of Polygonatum on the kidneys.
3.Sunweed:It is recorded in the "Naturalist Chronicles": "The grass of the sun is called yellow essence, and the bait can live forever." Therefore, Huangjing has the alias of "Sun Grass".
4.Chicken head yellow essence:This nickname is derived from the plant form of Polygonatum polygonatum vulgaris. The underground part of the yellow essence is swollen and resembles a chicken head, so it is named "chicken head yellow essence".
5.Tiger Ginger:The rhizomes resemble ginger and are found in damp places in the mountains, such as under the shade of trees and beside streams, which is somewhat similar to the habits of tigers. There are many aliases for Huangjing, among which "Tiger Ginger" is one of the more understandable names, so it is widely circulated and used.
6.Dragon title, white and, rabbit bamboo, weeping beads, chicken grid, rice breast, dodder bamboo, deer bamboo, heavy building, poverty relief, etc: These names are all related to the cultural and historical background of Huangjing. They are full of myths and legends, which may be related to the form of Polygonatum polygonatum and its strong vitality, medicinal value and its place and use in ancient legends.
2. The origin of the name of Huangjing
Regarding the origin of the name of Yellow Essence, it is generally accepted that Li Shizhen's explanation in the "Compendium of Materia Medica": "Yellow Essence is called Yellow Essence because of its essence of Kun soil." "Kun soil" in the five elements of the color is yellow, yellow essence grows in the soil, absorbs the essence of the earth, and nourishes the essence of people at the same time, so it is called yellow essence.
3. The cultural significance of Huangjing
As a precious Chinese medicinal material, Polygonatum polygonatum not only plays an important role in health care, but also carries rich cultural significance. In ancient times, Huang Jing was regarded as an essential medicine for the cultivation of immortals, and was closely linked to immortality. Therefore, it has also become an important symbol in Taoist culture.
In short, although there are many aliases for Polygonatum polygonatum, it is nothing more than named according to the color of the rhizome, the morphology of the plant, and the functional efficacy. Through the understanding of the alias of Huangjing, we can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical background of this miraculous medicinal material. These aliases not only reflect people's awareness and utilization of the medicinal value of Polygonatum polygonatum vulgaris, but also reflect people's awe of the natural world and their pursuit of a healthy life. If you are also interested in Huangjing, please feel free to contact us.
Excerpt from: Tairan Yellow Essence Planting Base Month** Dynamic Incentive Plan