Legends and Other Tales from Dunhuang Seven-Star Herb

 
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Seven-Star Herb

 

 At the edge of Crescent Moon Spring, in a carpet of green grass, there is to be found a little herb with seven delicate branches, on each of which may be found seven dark-green, tender willow-like leaves, sending forth a subtle fragrance. These plants are called "Seven-Star Herbs". Since they are of use in assisting child birth and curing various diseases, they are also known as "Helping Child Delivery Herbs". There is an interesting tale about their discovery.

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