Lingnan Herbal Ancient Books Three

Author: Zhu Xiaoguang
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Publishing Date: 1999-01-01
Features: The book is divided into three volumes: Volume 1 (Grasses) with 29 species, Volume 2 (Trees) with 28 species, and Volume 3 (Fruits) with 17 species and (Bamboo) with 6 species. The 80 plants and herbs introduced in the book were all produced in the regions of Nanhai, Panyu, Gaoliang, Jiaozhi Hepu, Guilin, Jiuzhen Rijnan, Linyi, and Fannan (now most of Guangdong and Guangxi, as well as vast areas of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia) and Daqin (the Roman Empire ruling the Mediterranean region at the time). The book provides detailed descriptions of their morphology, taste, and uses, including records of plant protection using ants to control citrus pests. Most of the plants and herbs introduced in the book can be used for medicinal purposes; over 50 of them are mentioned for their medicinal value, preserving a large amount of early Lingnan people's medicinal experience. The book consists of 27 volumes, with an additional volume titled Treatment of Rare Diseases. It covers all types of edible plants and herbs, with tens of thousands of prescriptions and simple formulas, making it a comprehensive medical work that combines "writing, collecting, and annotating." It is suitable for medical professionals to reference and read.