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Curcuma comosa
''Curcuma comosa'' is a species of flowering plant in the ginger family. It is native to much of Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.〔Qu, Y., et al. (2009). (Sesquiterpenes from ''Curcuma comosa''. ) ''Journal of Natural Medicines'' 63 102.〕 The herb is cultivated in Thailand, especially in the Northern Province, including Petchaboon, and the Northeastern Province, including Loei. ''Curcuma comosa'' is widely used as a traditional herbal remedy.
==Uses==
This medicinal plant is used for its anti-inflammatory properties in the treatment of postpartum uterine bleeding and uterine inflammation. Research suggests that ''Curcuma comosa'' extract possesses a strong anti-inflammatory activity and has a potential to be developed as a therapeutic compound for diverse neurological disorders associated with inflammation. Thai traditional practitioners use the rhizome of ''C. comosa'' in the treatment of women for the alleviation of postpartum uterine pain, the enhancement of uterine involution and the reduction of uterine inflammation after delivery.〔Association of the School of Thai Traditional Medicine 1973〕 Numerous studies have been conducted on the effects of ''C. comosa'' showing that it can reduce blood cholesterol,〔Suksamrarn, A., et al. (1997) A phloracetophenone glucoside with choleretic activity from ''Curcuma comosa'' ''Phytochemistry'' 45(1): 103-104.〕 increase the thickness of epithelial cells lining the vagina,〔Piyachaturawat, P., S. Ercharuporn, and A. Suksamrarn, A. (1995). Uterotrophic effect of ''Curcuma comosa'' in rats. ''Int J Pharmacog'' 33(4): 334-338.〕 and decrease uterine smooth muscle contraction.〔Sawasdipanich, A., 1994, Effects of ethanol extract from ''Curcuma comosa'' Roxb. on the contraction of intact and isolated rat uterus. Chulalongkorn University. M.Sc. Thesis Abstract.〕 The plant is also used to repair vaginal wall prolapse, tighten vaginal muscles, and relieve premenstrual syndrome and cramping. It has been used for centuries in Thailand as a remedy for many other gynecological problems including vaginal dryness, hot flashes, excessive white and yellow vaginal discharge, bad odor, and irregular, excessive, or absent menstrual cycles. It appears to increase the effect of ovarian and testicular hormones, and may have an estrogenic effect. It is used in Thai luxury spas to lift sagging muscles, promote circulation, and provide good health and glowing skin.
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