Shen Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Grass (cǎo) Xi Kangxi Stroke Count: 13 Page 1033, Entry 05 Pronounced xi Classic of Poetry (Erya), Interpretation of Plants: Xi is also known as rabbit mallow. Jade Chapter (Yupian): It resembles mallow but with smaller leaves; it is shaped like goosefoot and covered in fine hairs. It is smooth, tender, and fragrant when boiled and eaten.