xiān​cǎo

magic herb

仙草 xiān​cǎo
magic herb
A mythical herb in legends and folk tales believed to possess special magical properties or the power to grant immortality.
grass jelly
A refreshing jelly-like food made from the stalks and leaves of the mesona plant, often served as a cold dessert or drink in the summer.
mesona
(bound form) An annual herbaceous plant in the mint family, known for its hairy leaves and square stems, used to produce herbal jelly or tea.

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