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{{Short description|A plant species | {{Short description|A plant species in the family Menispermaceae}} | ||
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'''Tiliacora triandra''' | '''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== | ==Description== | ||
''Tiliacora triandra'' is a climbing | [[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. | |||
==Distribution and Habitat== | ==Distribution and Habitat== | ||
''Tiliacora triandra'' is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including | ''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== | ||
===Culinary=== | |||
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. | |||
[[File:Thạch_sương_sâm.JPG|thumb|left|''Suong sam'' dessert made from ''Tiliacora triandra'' leaves]] | |||
''Tiliacora triandra'' | |||
== | ===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== | ==Cultivation== | ||
''Tiliacora triandra'' is cultivated | ''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== | |||
==Related | |||
* [[Menispermaceae]] | * [[Menispermaceae]] | ||
* [[Traditional medicine]] | * [[Traditional medicine]] | ||
* [[Southeast Asian cuisine]] | * [[Southeast Asian cuisine]] | ||
[[File:Lá_sâm_1.jpg|thumb|right|Another view of ''Tiliacora triandra'' leaves]] | |||
[[Category:Menispermaceae]] | [[Category:Menispermaceae]] | ||
[[Category:Flora of Southeast Asia]] | [[Category:Flora of Southeast Asia]] | ||
[[Category:Medicinal plants]] | [[Category:Medicinal plants]] | ||
Latest revision as of 14:11, 21 February 2025
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]
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.
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.
