Common Meanings
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qǐ芑
A type of grain crop, similar to millet or sorghum.
古代农人常种植芑，以供温饱
Ancient farmers often cultivated qǐ to ensure their livelihood.
A type of herbaceous plant similar to bitter cress; often found in the classical phrase 'bó yán cǎi qǐ', meaning 'let us gather qǐ (herb)'.
春天来了，他们在田埂边采芑
Spring has arrived, they are gathering qǐ along the field paths.