Scientific Name: Curcuma longa
Common Name: Kunyit (Malay) , Kunis (Lun Bawang)
Plant Part: Rhizome
Tribal Knowledge: Communities will mix and boil the rhizome with honey and ubi kusur and drink it as a herbal medicine (jamu). The rhizome is pounded, combined with water, and taken as a drink to ease menstrual discomfort. The leaves and stem are placed in the refrigerator to help remove unpleasant odors.
 
Major Biocompounds: Tumerone, Curlone
Scent: Earthy, Woody, Spicy
Color: Yellow
 
Mental Benefits: Memory Booster
Emotional Benefits: Mood Enhancer
 
Content: 100% pure essential oil
Volume: 10ml
Product of Sarawak
 
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