Begonia baramensis Merr.
Null / Bidang setampik (Bru.); Paringas/Peringas purak/Peringas ragang (Dus.)
Description
Traditional Medicinal Uses
Ecology
Propagation
Distribution
Precaution
Perennial low herbaceous shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m in height. Leaves are simple, alternately arranged, adaxially dark green with silvery patches and red veins radiating from the leaf centre. Leaf blade is peltate with oblique sides and wavy margin. Stems are erect and greenish-grey to red. Flowers are small and greenish-white or pale salmon pink. Inflorescence a panicle arising at terminal branch. Fruit a capsule, red turning greenish- brown when dry. Seeds are small and
The curled young leaves are used for abscesses where the sap from crushed leaves are applied directly to the affected part. It can be applied just before the abscess bursts and the area can be wrapped with a clean towel. It is also used as a treatment for boils and caterpillar stings. The plant is reported to have antioxidant,
It thrives below cliffs and in forests. It prefers sandy loamy soil under shade.
Stem cutting.
Native to Brunei and Sarawak.
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