Monday, October 26, 2009

LEAVES OF THE GOD (SAMBUNG NYAWA)


It is no wonder that this plant is named Leaves of God or Daun Dewa as it is said to be able to treat quite a number of ailments. The Sambung nyawa is a Malaya traditional medicine to help lower cholesterol and high blood pressure. It is also said to help treat constipation, diabetes, kidney problems and cancer.
Here is more information about this herbal plant.
Common names: Leaves of the God, Sambung nyawa, Daun dewa, Googolipid, Mollucan spinach, Bai bing cai, Kelemai merah, Akar sebiak, Seribu dinar.
Scientific name: Gynura procumbens
Family: Asteraceae
Reference: www.melur.com

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