Gynura Procumbens Philippines

INTRODUCING :

GYNURA PROCUMBENS (Ashitaba)

An  amazing edible herb used as "FOLK MEDICINE" for hundreds of years.  Found to be an extremely alkalizing miraculous antiviral, anti-inflammatory edible plant.  High in antioxidants and offers the possibility of remarkable results when it comes to improving overall health and longevity and aiding in conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure & cholesterol.  It is also been known to significantly support the detoxification process.

FOLKLORIC:

• In Java, used for kidney troubles
• In Malacca, decoction used for dysentery
• In Thailand, used for topical inflammation, rheumatism and viral ailments
• Poultice used for rheumatic and general body pains
• In some part of Asia used as abortificient
• In Malaysia, a folk remedy for diabetes and hyperlipidemia

Common Name         :  Gynura - Scrambling, Mollucan Spinach, Sambung Nyawa "extending life" (Malays), Sabuñgai, Leaves of Gods, 

                                   Longevity Spinach, Akar Sebiak,  Kelemai Merah, Bai Bing Ca (Chinese), Ashitaba (Phils.)

Scientific Name      :  Gynura Procumbens

Properties               :  Leaves considered anti-hyperglycemic, anti-hyperlipidemic and anti-inflammatory

Description             :

• • Perrenial
  • Growing 10 - 25cm tall
  • Young stem are green, turning light purple with green spots
  • New shoots and branches appear frequently at base and leaf nodes
  • Fleshy branches can be trimmed and pinched regularly to grow as low bush or staked on trellis