077 Thespesia populnea – Portia Tree (ปอทะเล / Por Thale)
ปอทะเล (Por Thale) / Portia Tree Family: Malvaceae Thespesia populnea, known in Thai as ปอทะเล (Por Thale), is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical coastal regions. It is admired for its resilience to salt spray and its healing properties. In Thai traditional medicine, nearly all parts of the tree are used to […]
076 Cinnamomum verum – True Cinnamon (อบเชย / Ob Choey)
อบเชย (Ob Choey) / True Cinnamon Family: Lauraceae Cinnamomum verum, known in Thai as อบเชย (Ob Choey), is a small evergreen tree cultivated for its aromatic bark and leaves. It is one of the oldest and most valuable spices in both culinary and medicinal traditions. In Thai herbal medicine, it is used to improve circulation, […]
075 Garcinia mangostana – Mangosteen (มังคุด / Mangkhut)
มังคุด (Mangkhut) / Mangosteen Family: Clusiaceae Garcinia mangostana, known in Thai as มังคุด (Mangkhut), is a tropical evergreen tree producing the famous purple mangosteen fruit, often called the “Queen of Fruits.” Beyond its culinary fame, mangosteen has been used in Thai traditional medicine for centuries for its cooling and anti-inflammatory properties. Botanical Characteristics The tree […]
074 Orthosiphon aristatus – Cat’s Whiskers (พญายอ / Phaya Yo)
พญายอ (Phaya Yo) / Cat’s Whiskers Family: Lamiaceae Orthosiphon aristatus, known in Thai as พญายอ (Phaya Yo), is a striking perennial herb recognized by its delicate white flower spikes resembling cat’s whiskers. In Thai and Southeast Asian medicine, it is revered for supporting kidney function and reducing inflammation. Botanical Characteristics The plant grows 30–80 cm […]
073 Alpinia galanga – Galangal (ข่า / Kha)
ข่า (Kha) / Galangal Family: Zingiberaceae Alpinia galanga, known in Thai as ข่า (Kha), is a perennial rhizomatous herb related to ginger. It is both a cornerstone of Thai cuisine and a respected medicinal plant used for treating digestive disorders, inflammation, and infections. Botanical Characteristics The plant grows up to 2 meters tall with upright, […]
072 Alstonia scholaris – Devil’s Tree (ตีนเป็ด / Teen Ped)
ตีนเป็ด (Teen Ped) / Devil’s Tree Family: Apocynaceae Alstonia scholaris, known in Thai as ตีนเป็ด (Teen Ped), is a large evergreen tree valued in Thai herbal medicine. Its bark, latex, and leaves are used for treating fever, respiratory issues, and body fatigue. It also serves as a shade and ornamental tree throughout Thailand. Botanical Characteristics […]
071 Senna alata – Candle Bush (ชุมเห็ดเทศ / Chum Hed Thet)
ชุมเห็ดเทศ (Chum Hed Thet) / Candle Bush Family: Fabaceae Senna alata, or ชุมเห็ดเทศ in Thai, is a tall, upright shrub native to tropical regions. It is easily recognized by its large, evenly spaced leaflets and bright yellow candle-like flower spikes. In Thai traditional medicine, it is prized for its antifungal, laxative, and skin-cleansing properties. Botanical […]
070 Tinospora crispa – Heart-Leaved Moonseed (บอระเพ็ด / Borapet)
บอระเพ็ด (Borapet) / Heart-Leaved Moonseed Family: Menispermaceae Tinospora crispa, known in Thai as บอระเพ็ด (Borapet), is a climbing vine revered in Thai traditional medicine for its powerful detoxifying and cooling effects. Its stems, leaves, and roots are widely used to promote health and longevity. Botanical Characteristics This perennial vine has slender, twining stems that are […]
069 Passiflora edulis – Passion Fruit (เสาวรส / Sao Warot)
เสาวรส (Sao Warot) / Passion Fruit Family: Passifloraceae Passiflora edulis, or เสาวรส in Thai, is a tropical climbing vine cultivated for its aromatic fruit and medicinal properties. Its leaves, flowers, and fruit are all used in traditional medicine and modern health applications. Botanical Characteristics The vine produces glossy green leaves with three lobes and prominent […]
068 Morus alba – White Mulberry (หม่อน / Mon)
หม่อน (Mon) / White Mulberry Family: Moraceae Morus alba, known in Thai as หม่อน, is a small deciduous tree cultivated throughout Thailand. It is best known for its nutritious fruit and medicinal leaves, traditionally brewed as a health-promoting tea. Botanical Characteristics The mulberry tree grows 3–10 meters tall with rough bark and broad, serrated leaves […]