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• Binomial Name : Orthosiphon stamineus
  

• Kingdom : Plantae

• Phylum : Magnoliophyta

• Class : Magnoliopsyda

• Order : Lamiales

• Genus : Orthosiphon

• Species : O. stamineus

1. Misai Kucing is used for treating the ailments of the kidney, since it has a mild diuretic effect.
2. It is also claimed to have anti-allergenic, anti-hypertensive and anti-inflammatory properties, and is commonly used for kidney stones and nephritis.
3. Orthosiphon is sometimes used to treat gout, diabetes, hypertension and rheumatism.
4. It is reportedly effective for anti-fungal and anti-bacterial purposes.