Maomao Merch

Who is Maomao?

Maomao is the apothecary at the centre of The Apothecary Diaries. Raised in the pleasure district, she is kidnapped and sold into the rear palace as a servant, and keeps her head down until a poisoning case gives her away. Jinshi notices, and she becomes food taster to Consort Gyokuyou at the Jade Pavilion. She adores poisons, tests them on her own left arm and greets a tainted dish with more joy than any compliment. In Season 3 she is back in the pleasure district, mixing remedies at the Verdigris House.

Maomao's look: green robe, freckles and herb basket

You know her by the dark green hair with a straight fringe and two tied side locks, the freckles she paints on as a disguise, and the jade-green jacket over a burgundy skirt. Dressed up for court, she wears pink robes and hairpins. Chibi art gives her cat ears, since her name reads "cat cat", and many designs add her herb basket, her mortar or the bandage on her left arm. Then there is the withering stare, usually aimed at Jinshi.

What to buy: Maomao figures, cosplay and everyday merch

• Maomao figures for the shelf, from small sitting minis to taller display pieces.
• Cosplay: her servant and court outfits, the dark green wig, hairpins and jewellery, for conventions and photos.
• Plush and plush bag charms: soft, small and easy to give.
• Acrylic stands, keychains, phone charms and enamel pins for desks and bags.
• Desk mats, posters, blankets, cushion covers, mugs, tote bags, phone cases, t-shirts and hoodies for daily use.

Spend 450 zł or more and the basket discount applies; delivery takes about 7–15 business days.

More from the rear palace

Maomao rarely gets a quiet day: Jinshi keeps arriving with another mystery, and the designs that show the two together have a page of their own. Consort Gyokuyou, whom she serves, and her friend Xiaolan are here as well. We are a fan-made shop, not affiliated with the creators or publishers.