Kencur Plant: Spice and Medicinal Herb
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Which of the following is not mentioned as a medicinal property of kencur?

  • Antibacterial
  • Antioxidant (correct)
  • Antifungal
  • Anti-inflammatory

    • What part of the kencur plant is commonly used as a spice and medicinal herb?

  • Rhizomes (correct)
  • Stem
  • Leaves
  • Flowers

    • What is the origin of the name 'kencur'?

  • The origin of the name is not mentioned
  • It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'kachora' meaning white ginger (correct)
  • It is an indigenous Indonesian name
  • It comes from the Thai language

    • Which of the following is not mentioned as a traditional use of kencur?

    <p>Treatment of diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which country is kencur widely used for the treatment of hypertension, asthma, rheumatism, and other conditions?

    <p>Thailand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What family does kencur belong to?

    <p>Zingiberaceae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities has kencur not been shown to possess?

    <p>Antiviral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the kencur plant is not mentioned as being commonly used?

    <p>Flowers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the name 'kencur'?

    <p>It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'kachora', meaning white ginger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is not true about kencur?

    <p>It has been used to treat cancer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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