Kaempferia parviflora
| Kaempferia parviflora | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| (unranked): | Commelinids |
| Order: | Zingiberales |
| Family: | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus: | Kaempferia |
| Species: | K. parviflora |
| Binomial name | |
| Kaempferia parviflora Wall. ex Baker | |
Kaempferia parviflora (Thai black ginger, Thai ginseng or krachai dum) is a herbaceous plant in the family Zingiberaceae, native to Thailand.[1]
Description
Kaempferia parviflora has some historical and medicinal use for treating metabolic ailments and improving vitality in Thailand and surrounding regions. It is also reported to be an aphrodisiac compound and physical enhancer. The plant is a popular male aphrodisiac in the region.[2][3]
It is used as filler in fiberglass planters manufactured in the region, as well as an alternative cure for psoriasis.[4][5]
Chemical composition
The chemical constituents of K. parviflora include 5,7-dimethoxyflavone, 5-hydroxy-3,7,4′-trimethoxyflavone, and 5-hydroxy-3,7-dimethoxyflavone.[2]
References
- ↑ http://examine.com/supplements/Kaempferia+parviflora/
- 1 2 http://www.avaplant.com/products/raw-material-herbal-products/black-ginger/
- ↑ "Effect of Kaempferia parviflora Wall. ex. Baker on sexual activity of male rats and its toxicity.". Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health. 37 Suppl 3: 210–5. 2006. PMID 17547083.
- ↑ http://www.livestrong.com/article/63087-treat-psoriasis-ginger/
- ↑ http://www.nyrnaturalnews.com/herbal-remedies/2015/01/black-ginger-extract-could-help-control-psoriasis-flares/
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