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A plant species in the family Menispermaceae

Tiliacora triandra is a species of flowering plant in the family Menispermaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly known for its use in traditional medicine and cuisine.

Description[edit]

File:Lá sương sâm.jpg

Leaves of Tiliacora triandra

Tiliacora triandra is a climbing shrub that can reach up to 15 meters in length. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a glossy green appearance. They are ovate to lanceolate in shape, with a smooth margin and a pointed tip.

Distribution and Habitat[edit]

Tiliacora triandra is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. It typically grows in forested areas and along riverbanks, thriving in humid and warm climates.

Uses[edit]

Culinary[edit]

The leaves of Tiliacora triandra are used in Southeast Asian cuisine. They are often used to make a jelly-like dessert known as "suong sam" in Vietnam. The leaves are boiled and the extract is mixed with water and sugar to form a gelatinous substance.

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Suong sam dessert made from Tiliacora triandra leaves

Medicinal[edit]

In traditional medicine, Tiliacora triandra is used for its purported health benefits. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The plant is used in various herbal remedies to treat ailments such as fever, pain, and digestive issues.

Cultivation[edit]

Tiliacora triandra is cultivated for both its culinary and medicinal uses. It requires a warm climate and well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by seeds or cuttings.

Related pages[edit]

File:Lá sâm 1.jpg

Another view of Tiliacora triandra leaves

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-'''Tiliacora triandra''', also known as [[Bai Yanang]], [[Yanang]] leaves, or [[Fah Talai Jone]], is a plant species native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing plant that can reach up to 15 meters in height. The leaves of the plant are used in traditional medicine and cooking in countries such as [[Thailand]], [[Laos]], and [[Cambodia]].
+{{Short description|A plant species in the family Menispermaceae}}
+{{Italic title}}
-== Description ==
+'''Tiliacora triandra''' is a species of flowering plant in the family [[Menispermaceae]]. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly known for its use in traditional medicine and cuisine.
-The '''Tiliacora triandra''' plant is a woody climber with stems that can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a heart-shaped base. The flowers are small, yellowish, and arranged in clusters. The fruit is a drupe, which is a type of fruit with a single seed enclosed in a hard outer shell.
-== Uses ==
+==Description==
-In traditional [[Southeast Asian cuisine]], the leaves of the '''Tiliacora triandra''' are used to make a variety of dishes. In [[Thai cuisine]], the leaves are used to make a soup called [[Kaeng no mai bai yanang]]. In [[Laotian cuisine]], the leaves are used to make a stew called [[Kaeng khae]].
+[[File:Lá_sương_sâm.jpg|thumb|right|Leaves of ''Tiliacora triandra'']]
+''Tiliacora triandra'' is a climbing shrub that can reach up to 15 meters in length. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a glossy green appearance. They are ovate to lanceolate in shape, with a smooth margin and a pointed tip.
-In traditional medicine, the leaves of the '''Tiliacora triandra''' are used to treat a variety of ailments. In [[Thai traditional medicine]], the leaves are used to treat fever, cough, and asthma. In [[Laotian traditional medicine]], the leaves are used to treat diabetes and high blood pressure.
+==Distribution and Habitat==
+''Tiliacora triandra'' is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. It typically grows in forested areas and along riverbanks, thriving in humid and warm climates.
-== Cultivation ==
+==Uses==
-The '''Tiliacora triandra''' plant is cultivated in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. The plant prefers a tropical climate and can be grown in a variety of soil types. The plant is propagated by seeds, which are sown in a nursery and transplanted to the field when they reach a suitable size.
-== Research ==
+===Culinary===
-Research on the '''Tiliacora triandra''' plant has focused on its potential medicinal properties. Studies have found that the leaves of the plant contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and tannins. These compounds have been shown to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
+The leaves of ''Tiliacora triandra'' are used in Southeast Asian cuisine. They are often used to make a jelly-like dessert known as "suong sam" in Vietnam. The leaves are boiled and the extract is mixed with water and sugar to form a gelatinous substance.
-[[Category:Plants]]
+[[File:Thạch_sương_sâm.JPG|thumb|left|''Suong sam'' dessert made from ''Tiliacora triandra'' leaves]]
+===Medicinal===
+In traditional medicine, ''Tiliacora triandra'' is used for its purported health benefits. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The plant is used in various herbal remedies to treat ailments such as fever, pain, and digestive issues.
+==Cultivation==
+''Tiliacora triandra'' is cultivated for both its culinary and medicinal uses. It requires a warm climate and well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by seeds or cuttings.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Menispermaceae]]
+* [[Traditional medicine]]
+* [[Southeast Asian cuisine]]
+[[File:Lá_sâm_1.jpg|thumb|right|Another view of ''Tiliacora triandra'' leaves]]
+[[Category:Menispermaceae]]
+[[Category:Flora of Southeast Asia]]
 [[Category:Medicinal plants]]
-[[Category:Southeast Asian cuisine]]
-[[Category:Thai cuisine]]
-[[Category:Laotian cuisine]]
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-{{medicine-stub}}