Description
A herbal tea made from the leaves of the Singapore cherry tree (seri, talok, Muntingia calabura) from our Botanical Garden.
About Ecovillage Silimalombu
Ecovillage Silimalombu is a multi-generational farm of the Gultom family on Samosir Island, Lake Toba. Between mango trees up to 500 years old, a lush permaculture food forest has grown. Our products are made from plants grown there, without chemical pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, and they are processed and packaged on site. More information: www.laketoba.net · Tokopedia: www.tokopedia.com/silimalombu
Product information
- Made from Seri trees grown in the Ecovillage Silimalombu Botanical Garden.
- Net Weight: 25g
- Packaging: Practical and hygienic stand-up pouch with a ziplock.
Preparation
- Take 1-2 teaspoons of Seri Leaf Tea.
- Brew with hot water (80-90°C).
- Let it sit for 3-5 minutes so the flavor and aroma are perfectly released.
- Strain and enjoy warm, or add ice cubes for a more refreshing sensation.
- Honey or lemon can be added according to taste.
Good to know: nutrition, traditional use and research
The statements below describe nutrition facts, traditional use and published research. They are not health claims for this product.
- Muntingia calabura (talok, kersen; also called Singapore cherry, Jamaican cherry or Kerson fruit) is a fast-growing tree that bears small, sweet red fruits. The fruits are eaten fresh.
- The fruits contain vitamin C, which contributes to the normal function of the immune system, as well as fiber, carbohydrates and some protein. Fiber contributes to normal bowel function.
- In Indonesia and other countries, tea from the leaves and flowers is traditionally drunk in folk practice for a variety of complaints, such as gout, headaches, high blood pressure and sleeplessness. These are traditional uses only. They have not been confirmed by sufficient scientific evidence, and they are not a replacement for medical care.
- The fruit and leaves contain flavonoids, saponins and other compounds that show antioxidant activity in laboratory tests. Laboratory and animal studies have examined extracts for antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and other properties. A laboratory study (see the link in the sources below) reported activity of Muntingia calabura extracts against cancer cells, particularly colon cancer cells, in test-tube experiments. These are early findings, and no health effect in people can be concluded from them.
Learn more about the plant in our Botanical Garden.
Important
- This product is a food or natural product. It is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take medication or have a health condition, please ask a doctor before use. Do not replace medical treatment with natural products.
- The information on this page is for general information only and is not medical advice.
