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March 24, 2026
苘qǐng(qing3)
苘 (qǐng) refers to a type of plant known as Indian mallow, which is recognized for its medicinal properties and is categorized under the genus Abutilon. This term can also refer to Indian hemp, often associated with cannabis, highlighting its varied uses in herbal medicine.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, plants like 苘 are often valued for their healing properties, reflecting the deep connection between Chinese culture and herbal remedies.
Memory Tip
Picture a green plant with large leaves – the character 苘 has a radical '艹' on top, representing plants. Imagine the sound 'qǐng' as 'green' to help you remember it relates to greenery and herbs.
Meanings of 苘
qǐng(qing3)
1Indian mallow
2Indian mallow (Abutilon theophrasti)
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苘Simplified
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艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Picture a green plant with large leaves – the character 苘 has a radical '艹' on top, representing plants. Imagine the sound 'qǐng' as 'green' to help you remember it relates to greenery and herbs.
Usage Notes
苘 is typically used in more formal or botanical contexts. A common mistake is confusing it with other similar-sounding plant names, so pay attention to the context when using it in conversation. It's often used in discussions about herbal medicine or agriculture.
HSK Study Tips
While 苘 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other plant-related terms that are common in HSK levels 3 and 4. Students should focus on recognizing similar plant names to build their botanical vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, plants like 苘 are often valued for their healing properties, reflecting the deep connection between Chinese culture and herbal remedies.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 苘 with similar-sounding characters like 蕉 (jiāo), which means banana, leading to misuse in discussions about plants. Remember, 苘 focuses on the mallow family and hemp.
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Cultural Notes for 苘
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In traditional Chinese medicine, plants like 苘 are often valued for their healing properties, reflecting the deep connection between Chinese culture and herbal remedies.
Word Family of 苘
Words Containing This Character1
苘qǐngIndian hemp (cannabis)
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 苘
苘 is usually mentioned in contexts related to herbal medicine or agriculture.
苘 is not commonly used in mainstream Chinese cuisine but is recognized in herbal recipes.
