💥 Erigeron sumatrensis

by Sarah on April 04, 2023 in Asteraceae

Traditional Herbs from Erigeron sumatrensis

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Prepare 10 g of fresh jelantir leaves.
Wash and mash the leaves until smooth.
Stick it on the forehead like pilis.

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Wash enough jelantir leaves and then mash them until smooth and watery.
Add a little clean water and apply to wounds, acne, boils, inflammation, infections.

What is Erigeron sumatrensis Looks like??

Parts of Erigeron sumatrensis that could be used

Leaves
Roots
Sap

Erigeron sumatrensis Distribution

Jelantir comes from tropical America. In Indonesia, it was first discovered in Java, then spread widely throughout Indonesia. Since centuries ago, the general public has used the juice of jelantir leaves, because it is known to have health benefits. Jelantir extract contains antibacterials that cause infections, including infections of the lining of the brain. Now, this plant is widely used in cosmetic products.
Agroecology of Erigeron sumatrensis
Grows well in areas with an altitude of between 5-3,000 m above sea level. Likes conditions with direct sunlight or shade. Many are found in bushes on the edge of the sea, disturbed or neglected land.
Morphology of Erigeron sumatrensis

Taproot and dirty white.
Stem upright, woody, round, massive, hairy, and green.
Single leaves, serrated\u00a0green, crossed, oval. Blunt tip, tapered base, long 4-7 cm, 1-2 cm wide, pinnate leaf spines.
Flowers are heterogamous, compound, pale yellow, green petals, and shaped bowl. Flowers all year round, bunches are located in the leaf axils.
Seeds are egg-shaped, small, and white.

Erigeron sumatrensis, more details :

Chemical Content of Erigeron sumatrensis
Saponins, glycosides, triterpenoids, flavonoids, lachnophyllum lactone, osthol.
Benefits of Erigeron sumatrensis