Orthosiphon aristatus /MISAI KUCING

Orthosiphon aristatus Miq is a perennial herb, 0.3-1 m high; having stem 4-angled. Leaves are simple, opposite, ovate-oblong-lanceolate, elliptic or rhamboid, 2-4 cm wide, 4-7 cm long, flowers white or pale lilac; stamens exceeded more than 2 cm from the corolla-tube. These herbs have been trusted for years to support the urinary tract and kidneys. Orthosiphon aristatus Miq is believed to promote the elimination of fluids, nitrogenous substances, and sodium chloride. The whole plant has been used for treatment of kidney diseases and dysuria with urinary stones. According to clinical studies, infusion of dried leaf has diuretic effect and increases uric acid excretion. Orthosiphon aristatus Miq is rich in potassium.