Kachai Temu Kunci

Treasured in Southeast Asia, this member of the galangal family is known as kachai in Thailand and Temu Kunci in Malay. Besides adding flavour to numerous dishes, this root is believed to treat muscle pain, rheumatism, peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal disorder, dental caries, dermatitis, diarrhea, wounds and diuretic. As an essential ingredient in the Indonesian Jamu Herbal tradition, it is believed to promote sexual libido.