6 Popular Local Herbs In Health Products
Black seed, tongkat ali, kacip fatimah, manjakani, gambir and misai kucing — meet the herbs most often used in local products.
By Admin Sari Tani
Malaysia is rich in herbs with a long history of traditional use. Here are the six herbs we most often supply and use in client products.
Black seed (Nigella sativa)
Black seeds used traditionally in food and wellness across many cultures. Commonly made into capsules, oils and powders.
Tongkat ali (Eurycoma longifolia)
The root of a tropical forest plant used traditionally as a tonic, especially in products for men. Common formats are capsules, powders and drinks.
Kacip fatimah (Labisia pumila)
A herb used traditionally in women's wellness, often made into capsules, teas and herbal drinks.
Manjakani (Quercus infectoria)
Oak galls used traditionally in women's care products, usually supplied as powder.
Gambir (Uncaria gambir)
An extract of leaves and twigs used in various traditional local practices, and as an ingredient in external-use products.
Misai kucing (Orthosiphon aristatus)
Leaves used traditionally as a herbal tea. Ideal for tea bag and herbal drink products.
Ingredient quality decides product quality
The same herb can give different results depending on its source, drying and storage. We supply the herbs above as raw material, fine powder and extract powder — see herb supply & grinding.
This information is general knowledge about the traditional use of herbs and is not medical advice.
Information on this site is general knowledge and not a substitute for professional medical or regulatory advice. Refer to the relevant agencies for current requirements.
