Curcuma xanthorrhiza Roxb.:
* Family: Zingiberaceae (Ginger Family)
* Genus: Curcuma
* Local Name: Temulawak, Koneng gede, Temo labak
* Scientific Name: Curcuma xanthorrhiza
Curcuma xanthorrhiza is ginger family (Zingiberaceae) member. Cultivated in Java at 1800m alt, with pale yellow rhizome, reddish white and yellow flower; This strong fragrant and bitter medicinal herb is widely used in Indonesia for its effect. Almost all Indonesian Jamu consist of Temulawak.
I personally believe that this herb's rhizome is the most powerful herbal medicine in this country cause of its curcuminoid and essential oil combination.
Medicinal Properties:
* anti-oxidant;
* hepatoprotector;
* appetite stimulant;
* immunostimulator;
* anti: -viral, -bacterial effects
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