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Noni, Morinda citrifolia
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This unusual tree is a very useful plant. Almost of its parts have medicinal value.
In China, Samoa, and Tahiti, its leaves, flowers, fruits, bark, roots serve as tonics and to contain fever,
to treat eye and skin problems, gum and throat problems as well as constipation, stomach pain, or
respiratory difficulties.
In Malaysia, heated noni leaves applied to the chest are believed to relieve coughs, nausea, or colic.
Where is it found in Tampines?
The Noni tree can be found at the following locations:
1. Blk 891A Tampines Ave 1
2. Tampines Central Park, Tampines St 82
3. Blk 897 Tampines St 81
4. Blk 341 Tampines St 33
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Leaves of the Noni tree.
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Flowers of the Noni Tree.
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An unripe noni fruit.
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Ripe fruit of the Noni tree.
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The Noni Fruit cut open.
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