3 classes of herbs

superior herbs

middleclass herbs

inferior herbs

4 qi factors of herbs

5 tastes of herbs

Herbology classic by Shen Nong

Herbology classic by the Tang Government

Herbology classic by Li Shi Zhen

16 types of medicinals

qualities of authentic Chinese herbs

varieties of herbs

PLANTS
collection and timing

ANIMAL
collection and timing

MINERAL
collection and timing

pao zhi and xiu zhi
(processing and preparation)

purpose of pao zhi and xiu zhi

5 main processing metholds

NATURE:
cool

NATURE:
cold

application for:
cool and cold herbs

NATURE:
warm

NATURE:
hot

application for:
warm and hot herbs