Uncaria gambir
Uncaria gambir, the gambier or gambir, is a species in the genus Uncaria found in Southeast Asia, mainly Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Species: | U. gambir |
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Extract
Gambier extract is used or has been used as a catechu for chewing with areca and betel, for tanning and dyeing, and as herbal medicine. Gambier extract was also used by native people in as a medical treatment / prevention for miasma.
References
- "The Plant List: A Working List of All Plant Species". Retrieved May 16, 2014.
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