Dried or fresh leaves are infused for a few minutes in hot water, in the manner of traditional Asian herbal teas. This preparation is consumed in moderation, without prolonged use, and advice from a healthcare professional is recommended before any regular course. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Dried leaves ground into fine powder were traditionally incorporated into food or diluted in liquid. A healthcare professional must be consulted to determine an appropriate quantity, as the plant is not without precautions. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Fresh leaves were crushed and then applied as a poultice on the skin, according to a traditional use reported in Southeast Asia. This external application remains occasional and does not replace appropriate care in case of significant lesions. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
It is found in the wild in humid tropical areas of Asia, often near rice paddies and watercourses; in France, it is mainly found dried or powdered at specialized herbalist shops and some Asian product stores.
Traditionally harvested in the hot and humid season, when the leaves are well developed and before flowering.