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March 24, 2026
蒌(蔞)lóu(lou2)
The character 蒌 (lóu) refers to specific types of plants, particularly those belonging to the Artemisia genus, such as Artemisia stelleriana and Artemisia vulgaris, and also includes piper betel. These plants are commonly found in traditional Chinese medicine and cuisine, highlighting their cultural significance in herbal remedies and culinary practices.
Strokes12Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, plants like those represented by 蒌 are integral to traditional medicine and cuisine, often used for their health benefits and flavoring in dishes. They exemplify the importance of natural remedies in Chinese wellness practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'loud' (lóu sounds like 'loud') herbal garden filled with the fragrant Artemisia plants. The character 蒌 looks a bit like a leaf with the '艹' radical on top representing plants, helping you remember that it’s related to herbs.
Meanings of 蒌
lóu(lou2)
1Artemisia stelleriana
2Arthemisia vulgaris
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About 蒌
蒌Simplified
蔞Traditional
12Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'loud' (lóu sounds like 'loud') herbal garden filled with the fragrant Artemisia plants. The character 蒌 looks a bit like a leaf with the '艹' radical on top representing plants, helping you remember that it’s related to herbs.
Usage Notes
This character is more commonly used in formal or academic contexts, particularly in botany or herbal medicine. Learners often confuse it with similar-sounding or looking characters, so be cautious of its pronunciation and context of use.
HSK Study Tips
Though 蒌 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other plant-related terms. Students at the HSK level should focus on memorizing plant names in various contexts, as they often appear in daily conversation and cultural references.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, plants like those represented by 蒌 are integral to traditional medicine and cuisine, often used for their health benefits and flavoring in dishes. They exemplify the importance of natural remedies in Chinese wellness practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 蒌 with similar characters due to its pronunciation or appearance. For instance, confusing it with 芦 (lú), which means reed, can lead to misunderstandings about plant types.
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Cultural Notes for 蒌
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In Chinese culture, plants like those represented by 蒌 are integral to traditional medicine and cuisine, often used for their health benefits and flavoring in dishes. They exemplify the importance of natural remedies in Chinese wellness practices.
Word Family of 蒌
Words Containing This Character1
蒌lóupiper betel蔞
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蒌
蒌 is often used in traditional herbal medicine and can be found in various culinary dishes in Chinese cuisine.
The correct pronunciation is 'lóu', with a rising tone. Make sure to practice the tone to distinguish it from other similar-sounding words.
