Shennong

Shennong, also known as the "Divine Farmer," is a legendary Chinese figure credited with pioneering agriculture and traditional medicine. According to mythology, he taught early humans how to cultivate crops and identify medicinal plants, laying the foundation for herbal medicine in China. He is traditionally depicted as tasting herbs to test their medicinal properties, symbolizing his role in discovering natural remedies. Recognized as a cultural hero, Shennong symbolizes innovation in farming and medicine, blending myth with historical influence in Chinese civilization.