Sarawakian Local Delights : Daun Anak Mambung

Daun anak mambung is found almost everywhere in Sarawak especially in the open. However, it was commonly found around padi fields in the past.

It is also used for rituals by the Ibans and therefore specially grown in some backyards. The plant grows up to 200 cm tall.  It is valued also by women who have been using the leaves and flowers to bathe during and after confinement for health benefits.

the Chinese also include duan anak mambung as part of the bathing rituals for women in confinement.