Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Michelia champaca Linn.

 
Michelia champaka Linn.:



    * Family: Magnoliaceae

    * Genus: Michelia

    * Species: M. champaka

    * Local Name: Cempaka, Cempaka kuning, Cempaka koneng



Michelia champaka is Magnoliaceae family member.  This tree with height 15-25m with fragrant yellow flower is known as medicinal and cosmetical purposes herb.It may be found in Java and Sumatra in marshy forest at ~1200m alt. Many herbal cosmetic producers use this Michelia champaka flowers for their perfume products that is believed that the fragrant of  Michelia champaka will bring joy and harmony to the users. While the seeds are used for anti-fever jamu.



Medicinal Properties:



* Flower: anti-spasmodic; Cholic treatment

* Flower: analgesic

* Flower: cosmetic; reduce cellulitis

* Seed: anti-fever

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