Yunhua is a figure in Chinese mythology and literature, primarily recognized as a goddess and the mother of the deity Erlang Shen. She appears in various classical Chinese literary works, including prominent texts such as Journey to the West and Erlang Baojuan, as well as in numerous traditional folktales.
The characterization of Yunhua varies across different legends. In several folktales, she is depicted as the third daughter of the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother of the West. Conversely, in the narrative of Journey to the West, she is portrayed as the younger sister of the Jade Emperor.