Sisik Ikan

A concise summary of the scientific name, habitat, interesting facts and uses of the Sisik Ikan

Local Name

Sisik Ikan / Fish Scale Plant

Habitat

Grows naturally in tropical forest areas such as in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is usually found in highlands, hillsides, and forest edges that receive moderate sunlight. This plant is suitable for living in moist soil.

Fun Fact

In Malaysia, this plant gets the name "fish scales" because of its overlapping leaf arrangement like fish scales. It also plays an important role in the forest ecosystem as an under-canopy plant that helps maintain soil moisture.

Uses

• Phyllodium longipes is sometimes used by local communities as a forest ornamental plant
• also in botanical studies because of its attractive leaf shape resembling fish scales.
• The plant is used in traditional Malay and Chinese medicine to treat coughs, fevers, and wounds.
• The leaves are sometimes boiled and used as a compress to relieve body aches, swellings, and joint pain.
• In traditional Malay practice, it is sometimes used by mothers after childbirth to help the body recover

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Source: Brief summary for educational purposes. For further medical information, please consult a healthcare professional.