Daun Kesum


KITCHEN AND COOKING HERBS

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Daun Kesum

(Photo: Kesum Asam Fish)

 
SCIENTIFIC : Polygonum minus Huds.
     
FAMILY : Polygonaceae
     
COMMON NAME : -
     
LOCAL NAME : Daun kesum (M)
     
PREPARATION : Kesum leaves are used in cooking as a garnish in laksa and curries.
     
TRADITIONAL USES : A decoction of leaves is taken for indigestion, after child birth and eliminating dandruff.