Common Meanings
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jiāng茳
Refers to '茳蓠' (jiānglí), a type of algae or seaweed, also known as '江蓠' (jiānglí), often used in food or medicine.
这片海域覆盖着丰富的赤茳蓠群落。
This sea area is covered with rich communities of red Gracilaria.
Jiāng (茳) often appears in the compound word '茳芏' (jiāng dù), referring to *Cyperus malaccensis*, a perennial herbaceous plant with a triangular stem, slender leaves, and greenish-brown small flowers. Its stems are commonly used for weaving mats.
这种凉席是用茳芏茎编织而成的。
This sleeping mat is woven from *Cyperus malaccensis* stems.