PLANT NAME: Poonai Meesai or Java Tea
ENGLISH NAME: cat whiskers plant
BOTANICAL NAME: Orthosiphon stamineus
FAMILY: Lamiaceae
ACTIONS: Anti-allergic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-diabetic, Diuretic
PLANT HEIGHT: Up to 2 feet
PROPAGATION: Seeds and cuttings.
- For Kidney stones leaves or whole plant is taken, prepared as decoction and taken daily once.
- Decoction of leaves acts as diuretic. Drinking 30 ml of this decoction helps in managing disurea and urinary tract infections.
- Infusion made of dried leaves are good for gallbladder stones and liver ailments.
- Cat’s whiskers are a traditional Southeast Asian medicinal herb used to treat cancer, hepatitis, rheumatism, stomach discomfort, psoriasis, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and kidney stones, among other inflammatory disorders. In addition, it helps with Respiratory Issues, High Blood Pressure, Treats Short Breath and Nerve Related Problems, Anti-Fungal.
- Diuretic Action, Heals Bladder Problems, Acts as a Detox, Regulates Blood Sugar, Weight Loss, Treats Gum Problems, Anti-Bacterial, Treats Skin Disorders, Treats and Heals Gout, Anti-Bacterial, Treats Skin Disorders.