Table 2 Dynastic distribution of citations relating to oral herbal formulae
Dynasty (years) | Number (%) of citations |
|---|---|
Tang and 5 Dynasties (618–960) and before | 1 (0.2) |
Song, Jin & Yuan Dynasties (961–1368) | 20 (4.6) |
Ming Dynasty (1369–1644) | 128 (29.4) |
Qing Dynasty (1645–1911) | 277 (63.5) |
Min Guo/Republic of China (1912–1949) | 10 (2.3) |
Total | 436 (100) |