Pimpinella pruatjan
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Description
A tropical herb of the Apiaceae family.
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Edible Uses
Used as a spice.
Medicinal Uses
The aromatic roots are primarily used as an aphrodisiac, but they are also esteemed as a tonic for their general restorative properties and are diuretic.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, SE Asia,
Notes
It may only be used in medicine.
Synonyms
Pimpinella alpina Koord.-Schum. non Host.
References (1)
- PROSEA handbook Volume 13 Spices. p 260
