芐 (hù) - A type of plant, possibly referring to Rehmannia & also an ancient place name.

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hù ｜ 6 strokes ｜ radical: 艹

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芐 · hù

A type of plant, possibly referring to Rehmannia glutinosa in traditional Chinese medicine;

also an ancient place name.

A type of plant, possibly referring to Rehmanniaalso an ancient place name.

Usage highlights

Rehmannia rootXiahouPlant name

Synonyms

  • 地黄— Rehmannia glutinosa (Chinese foxglove)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This herb is called dihuang (地黄) in Chinese medicine.
  • The ancient place was called Xiahou (芐侯).

Collocations

  • Rehmannia root(地黄)
  • Xiahou(芐侯 - ancient title)
  • Plant name(芐草)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in ancient texts as a place name and plant reference.
  • Used in traditional Chinese medicine contexts for Rehmannia glutinosa.

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