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Misai kucing meaning cat’s whiskers in Malay (Orthosiphon stamineus) is a herb that is grown for both decorative purposes as well as medicinal. It is a short plant (up to about one meter in height) with white-purple flowers and its filaments resemble cat’s whiskers!
Malay traditional medicine uses it as a diuretic to help with the treatment of gout, kidney stones and high blood pressure. It is also reputed to help with gallbladder problems, urinary tract infections, rheumatism, circulatory disorders, diabetes and a host of other ailments with its anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties.
Good medicinal plant !
Yes! Thanks, Carmen
Ya, Kumis kucing. In my place, this plant is also used for traditional herbal treatment, to cure various diseases or disorders as you have mentioned.
Yes, it is well known in both Malaysia and Indonesia!
Thank you, Pak Albert 🙂
Sama-sama AC
They look like whiskers on a cat. How pretty and beneficial.
Thank you, Kim
It’s lovely, I think I haven’t seen it before
Thank you, Ellie
Very nice, thanks for sharing!
You’re most welcome, thank you!
Awesome. This is new to me and the flowers are cool. 🙂
Yes, I thought so too… Thank you, Howard!
Wow this is super cool!
It is… Thanks, Carol