English Name : Papaya Leaves
Indonesian Name : Pepaya
Botanical Name : Carica papaya
Simplisia Name : Papaya Folium
Botanical Part Used : Leaves
Specification : –
Test Method : –
Ratio Botanical : 10:01
Indication : Fever, appetite

Carica papaya, belongs to the family of Caricaceae, and several species of Caricaceae have been used as remedy against a variety of diseases. Papain has an antimicrobial, anthelmintic, and anti-ulcerative effect. It is an ingredient of digestive supplements. Internally for digestive disorders, and externally for deep or slow-healing wounds.

Active Constituens :
papain, chymopapain A and B, proteinase A and B, papaya peptidase A