Parkia speciosa Hassk.: A Potential Phytomedicine

Parkia speciosa Hassk., or stink bean, is a plant indigenous to Southeast Asia. It is consumed either raw or cooked. It has been used in folk medicine to treat diabetes, hypertension, and kidney problems. It contains minerals and vitamins. It displays many beneficial properties. Its extracts from t...

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Main Authors: Yusof Kamisah, Faizah Othman, Hj Mohd Saad Qodriyah, Kamsiah Jaarin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/709028