Tongkat Ali (*Eurycoma longifolia*) is a plant belonging to the Simaroubaceae family. It grows primarily in Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam; it is rarely found in my country, with its distribution mainly limited to regions like Taiwan. Known in its native regions as "Malaysian Ginseng," the plant is valued for its roots, which are commonly used in traditional medicine.
Tongkat Ali is a widely used herbal remedy in the region. While its branches and leaves are bitter, the root is exceptionally so; it is prized for its ability to clear heat, detoxify the body, and act as a tonic to strengthen health. When applied to external skin wounds, it helps reduce inflammation and promotes healing.

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