Tiliacora Triandra Plant-Yanang Leaves

Plant form: Herbaceous vines, growing by clinging to trellises or other plants.

Leaves: Heart-shaped, dark green, the underside of the leaf has smooth hairs. When crushed with water, the leaves secrete mucus to form ginseng jelly.

Flowers: Small flowers, grow in clusters, light yellow or white.

Fruit: Small, round, red or black when ripe.

Uses:

Food: Leaves are used to make ginseng jelly, a popular cooling dish.

Medicinal herbs: According to Oriental medicine, ginseng dew has the effect of clearing heat, detoxifying, and supporting digestion.

Decorative: A cool green climbing plant, suitable for growing on trellises or fences.