To describe something precious, excellent, or valuable emerging from a humble, dirty, or unpromising environment; a rare and unexpected treasure found in an unlikely place.
他从小家境贫寒，却凭借自己的努力，在平凡的岗位上做出了杰出的贡献，真是粪堆上长灵芝。
Born into a poor family, he nevertheless made outstanding contributions in an ordinary position through his own efforts, truly like Ganoderma lucidum growing on a dung heap.
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Ancient
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