Pinellia ternata (Thunb.) Breit. is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Araceae family, with its tuber used as medicine. This plant is widely cultivated across China, with major production areas in Hubei, Gansu, Henan, Hebei, Guizhou, Shandong, and Sichuan. P. ternata has a mild aroma and a spicy, tingling taste that can irritate the throat. Internally, it is used to reduce dampness and phlegm, relieve nausea and vomiting, and dissolve nodules; externally, it is known for its anti-swelling and analgesic effects. Major diseases affecting P. ternata include leaf spot, southern blight, soft rot, and viral infections.