Supplement to the Compendium of Materia Medica, Volume 4

Its nature is bitter and cold. It also strengthens the intestines and stomach, stops diarrhea, and opens the diaphragm; consuming it allows one to eat with a healthy appetite. For all cases of typhoid and seasonal epidemics, take a single stalk that still bears seeds, decoct it, and drink the liquid. It has the power to bring the dying back to life; this has been tested repeatedly with great success. It is also excellent for detoxification; washing sores and scabies with it will lead to a full recovery.

According to the Compendium of Materia Medica, "Crooked-Joint Grass" is another name for June Frost. Li Shizhen original: Binhu (瀕湖), the courtesy name of the famous Ming dynasty pharmacologist Li Shizhen. cited the Classic of Illustrations original: Tujing (圖經). Likely refers to the Illustrated Classic of Materia Medica from the 11th century., which states that it is sweet and neutral in nature, non-toxic, and treats carbuncles on the back. To dissolve abscesses original: yong (癰). Large, painful skin swellings or carbuncles. and extract toxins, grind it into a powder along with licorice and take it mixed with rice water. However, the other remarkable therapeutic powers of this herb were not mentioned in that previous work, so I am supplementing them here.

Mountain Conch

It grows in the moist earth along mountain streams and gullies. The leaves have five lobes and grow attached to the stem. The root resembles Wolf's Poison original: langdu (狼毒). Stellera chamaejasme, a potent medicinal root known for its toxicity and spiral-patterned exterior.; the skin has spiral markings similar to those of a sea conch, and because it grows in the mountains, it is named accordingly. Although it grows by the side of streams, its nature actually prefers dry conditions. Its branches and leaves are lush but delicate, and it can be kept in a pot for ornamental enjoyment. The Mirror of a Hundred Herbs original: Baicao Jing (百草鏡). A Qing dynasty pharmaceutical text often cited for folk remedies. states: