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The legend about the origin of the name of the medicinal material Atractylodes macrocephala. Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty was patrolling Dongfang and met an old man doing farm work in the fields beside the road. The old man's head emitted a white halo that only advanced Taoists could see, and it was several feet high. Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty asked the old man curiously, and the old man replied: When I was 85 years old, my teeth were already gray and white. Later, a Taoist taught me how to eliminate grains by eating only Atractylodes and drinking water. In just a few days, I regained my youth, grew black hair and new teeth, and was able to travel three hundred miles a day. Now I am one hundred and eighty years old. Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty thanked the old man for teaching him the secret recipe for longevity and gave him jade brocade and other things. Angelica sinensis is an important medicine in traditional Chinese medicine and blood replenishing. It can cure all kinds of diseases in people, and each has its own effect. Hence the name Angelica. "Compendium of Materia Medica" records: "Danggui is an important medicine for women to regulate blood circulation. It has the meaning of thinking about the husband, so it is named as Angelica sinensis." The Tang poem "It's good to grow flax but there is no one to plant it. It's time to return but not return" is exactly what it deserves.
There is also a beautiful legend here. (Angelica sinensis) According to legend, a long time ago. At the foot of Minshan Mountain, the source of the Wei River. There lived a loving couple. The man is called Jing Fu, and the woman is called Qin Niang. The couple lived a contented life. Not long after, Qin Niang became pregnant and gave birth to a baby, and suffered from postpartum hemorrhage. Mr. Jing sought medical treatment everywhere, but couldn't see any improvement, and he became worried. One day, an old Taoist came to the door and claimed that he lived at the foot of Mount Emei and was responsible for growing hundreds of herbs and medicines. To cure human diseases, if Mr. Jing is willing to seek medicine, Qin Niang’s illness can be cured. Mr. Jing heard that Qin Niang's illness could be cured, so he had to go there even if it meant mountains of swords and seas of fire. He comforted Qin Niang and immediately followed Lao Tao. After traveling thousands of miles, we finally arrived at Mount Emei. There are many mountains here. Spongy clouds, fairy caves and Tianchi, exotic flowers and fragrant flowers, it is really a fairyland. The old Taoist led Mr. Jing to a thatched hut, pointed to a plant with purple stems and green leaves and green-white umbels, and said: "This is the kind of medicine you are looking for. It is blooming now. To get a ready medicine, at least... It takes three years to collect seeds this year, grow seedlings next year, and plant ready-made medicines the year after that. Careful care must be taken, and if there is any negligence, the time will be doubled."
Mr. Jing followed the guidance of the old Taoist and worked hard under the stars and the moon. Three years later, the medicine he planted had yielded results. He was very happy and prepared to return to his hometown to treat Qin Niang. Before leaving, bid farewell to the old man. The old Taoist bundled the planted medicine together and gave it to Mr. Jing, saying: "Ms. Qin is seriously ill now and is looking forward to your return. Danggui, Danggui!" "The name of Angelica sinensis comes from this. The old Taoist prescribed a dose of the medicine while talking and gave it to Mr. Jing. Mr. Jing received the medicine and was grateful. He knelt on his knees and worshiped the master again: "I don't know if this medicine can be used in my hometown. Plant it?" The old Taoist hesitated for a moment and said, "There are three conditions for planting this medicine: Suitable climate. Moist and fertile soil, hardworking and patient owner. I observe that there are these three treasures in my disciple's hometown. Here are some seeds for you. I hope you can cultivate them according to the law and relieve the sufferings of the people. ”
Mr. Jing said goodbye to his master and hurried on the starry night. When he returned home half a month later, he found that Qin Niang was seriously ill and in critical condition. He immediately prepared the medicine he had brought with him and gave it to Qin Niang. He immediately improved and recovered soon. The couple was grateful, so they planted the medicinal seeds given by the old Taoist according to the law. Three years later, they planted Angelica sinensis at the foot of Minshan Mountain and along the Taowei River. The fragrance was intoxicating. p>