Shen Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Grass (cǎo) Xiao Kangxi stroke count: 27 Page 1072, Entry 28 Pronounced xiao (level tone). In the Jade Chapters (Yupian), it is defined as a fragrant herb. In the Materia Medica (Bencao), white angelica is also called xiao. In the Explanation of Simple and Compound Characters (Shuowen), it is noted: In Chu it is called li, in Jin it is called xiao, and in Qi it is called chai. In Nine Longings (Jiusi) by Wang Yi: The fragrant xiao is gathered alongside withered orchids. In the poetry of Xie Lingyun: White flowers shine upon the sunlit forest, purple blossoms glow in the spring current. Generally written as a variant form.