TERUNG ASAM
TERUNG ASAM
About
Terung Asam are also known as Terung Iban by the locals or Sour Eggplant or its scientific name solanium lasiocarpum dunal. Terung Asam are native to the island of Borneo, specifically in the Sarawak region.
Taste
The aroma of the flesh is like that of a tomato, and it has a sour, acidic flavor.
Size
With the average size of 8 centimeters long and 6 centimeters in diameter
Taste
The aroma of the flesh is like that of a tomato, and it has a sour, acidic flavor.
Size
With the average size of 8 centimeters long and 6
centimeters in diameter
The Origin of Terung Asam
Terung Asam eggplant is native to the island of Borneo in Indonesia, specifically the northern part of the island known as Sarawak. The fruits have a Protected Geographic Indication for that area, though they also grow on the other side of the island, known as Kalimantan. They have been found growing in Indonesia and the Philippines. In the wild, Terung Asam eggplant can be found growing in ravines and valleys in wet, humid environments. They are both a foraged and a cultivated fruit, and can be spotted at street markets and vendors in Borneo
The Origin of Terung Asam
Terung Asam eggplant is native to the island of Borneo in Indonesia, specifically the northern part of the island known as Sarawak. The fruits have a Protected Geographic Indication for that area, though they also grow on the other side of the island, known as Kalimantan. They have been found growing in Indonesia and the Philippines. In the wild, Terung Asam eggplant can be found growing in ravines and valleys in wet, humid environments. They are both a foraged and a cultivated fruit, and can be spotted at street markets and vendors in Borneo
Other Names
Terung Pasai
Brunei
Cung Bulu
Indonesia
Khua Kon
Laos
Terung Pasai
Brunei
Cung Bulu
Indonesia
Khua Kon
Laos
Description
Terung Asam eggplant are small, elongated, round fruits that measure an average of 8 centimeters long and 6 centimeters in diameter. The skin matures from green to a yellow-orange, red-orange or dark purple depending on the variety; some fruits exhibit dark purple to black variegated stripes. The firm flesh is orange and surrounds a soft central cavity containing dozens of small seeds. The aroma of the flesh is like that of a tomato, and it has a sour, acidic flavor.
Description
Terung Asam eggplant are small, elongated, round fruits that measure an average of 8 centimeters long and 6 centimeters in diameter. The skin matures from green to a yellow-orange, red-orange or dark purple depending on the variety; some fruits exhibit dark purple to black variegated stripes. The firm flesh is orange and surrounds a soft central cavity containing dozens of small seeds. The aroma of the flesh is like that of a tomato, and it has a sour, acidic flavor.
Benefits
Control low blood pressure
Contain solanine that act as saponin in the blood
The seed can be used to treat toothache
Rich in Vitamin C , Calcium , Potassium and Phosphurus
Help protect from various eye illness.
The boiled water of the root can be used as bath water to treat fever
Help fight osteoporosis
The boiled water of the root can be used to treat wound and rash.