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Grow Talinum (Talinum triangulare*)
on Compost-in-Sack
Photos by Dr Abe V Rotor
Local beauty model Angie Tobias poses before a luxuriant growth of talinum at the Living with Nature Center in San Vicente, Ilocos Sur. Growing talinum in compost-in-sack is a project initiated by the Rotor family in response to the current need of vegetables in the diet, and herbal remedies for local ailments and maintenance of
good health as explained in the two researches, the abstract of each is hereby presented as annexes.
Talinum is grown around a sack of composted leaves. Left, top view showing plastic receptible on top of sack for watering; right, talinum is ready for harvesting. Harvesting is done regularly at weekly interval or as needed. The portable garden is a source of fresh vegetable cooked in sinigang, diningding, steamed as salad, and other recipes.
Talinum growing on compost sacks arranged in a row on an East-West orientation at the Living with Nature Center, San Vicente, Ilocos Sur.
ANNEXES
Review on the Medicinal Potentials of Waterleaf
(Talinum triangulare)
Mediterranean Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, Volume 4,
Issue 2, Pages 01-07, April-June 2020 7 Pages Posted: 14 Dec 2020
Yilni Edward Bioltif
Plateau State University of Bokkos - Department of Chemistry
Date Written: October 17, 2020
Abstract
Scientific researches and innovations have been the stepping stone for development of the world. It is then very important to engage in research today, especially for developing countries. Plants have been instrumental in the hands of scientific researchers today and used to improve the health systems of the world. Thus, the purpose of this review is to explore the medicinal potentials of the commonly known Waterleaf (Talinum trianguare), which has been extensively used in local communities in Nigeria and beyond, to treat/manage various human ailments which include regulation of blood sugar level, dropsy, oedema and body weight management, as well as for food and feed. This research will help to promote the utilization and cultivation of Waterleaf by the public, and as well serve as a vital tool on which further researches can be based upon and used to explore the different parts of the plant.
Talinum Triangulare (Water Leaf): What a Wonderful Plant!
Tiamiyu Adebisi Musefiu & Oluwafemi Doris Yinka
(Department of Biological Sciences, University of Medical Sciences,
Ondo City, Ondo State Nigeria) Oluwafemi Doris Yinka
Abstract
The importance of nutraceutical plants and the contribution of phytomedicine to the well-being of quite a large number of people and their animals worldwide has attracted interest from a variety of disciplines. Nutraceutical plants have proved to be very important in medicinal plants research and because of the bioactive compounds that these plants possess, they are useful in drug research and development. This article reviewed the bioactive constituents of Talinum triangulare; its therapeutic and nutritional importance as well as the usefulness of its bioactive compounds in agricultural settings. Bioactive components such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, phlobatannin, anthraquinones, steroid, terpenes, phenols, cardiac glycoside were reported to be present in T. triangulare. T. triangulare has been implicated medically in the management of cardiovascular diseases like stroke, obesity and this was attributed to the presence of some bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and antioxidants in this plant. T. triangulare was also reported to contain some important minerals such as ß-carotene, minerals (such as calcium, potassium and magnesium), pectin, protein and vitamins. Investigations involved inclusion of T. triangulare dried powder as additive in the feed and inclusion of the leaf extract in drinking water were also reported to improve growth performance as well as immune system of both aquatic and terrestrial animals respectfully. It is therefore concluded that T. triangulare leaves can contribute significantly to the health management of Man and animal and should be recommended to be included in the daily nutritional requirement of both Man and animal. Suggested Citation: Tiamiyu Adebisi Musefiu & Oluwafemi Doris Yinka, 2022. "Talinum Triangulare (Water Leaf): What a Wonderful Plant?," Journal of Biotechnology Research, Academic Research Publishing Group, vol. 8(2), pages 26-31, 04-2022.Acknowledgement to the Institutions and authors of these two researches; the Internet, and Living with Nature Center staff.
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