#Folkhealing

Among the lush forest canopies and the age-old village herb gardens of Thailand, there exists a rather unassuming yet remarkable climbing vine known locally as “Buap Lom” (บวบลม), “Chuk Rohini,” or “Thao Phung Pla.” Known scientifically as Dischidia major, this plant has woven its way through centuries of Thai folk medicine and whispers of ancient wisdom. Today, it stands at the crossroads of traditional healing and emerging modern research, inviting a new generation of health-conscious individuals to rediscover its legacy.

In Thailand’s forests and village herb gardens, the climbing vine Buap Lom—also known as Chuk Rohini or Thao Phung Pla—has long threaded itself into local healing. Scientifically named Dischidia major, the plant sits at the intersection of traditional Thai medicine and emerging scientific inquiry, inviting a new generation to rediscover its legacy.

For many Thai households, Buap Lom is more than a wild vine. village healers have used its leaves, roots, and stems to address fevers, digestive discomfort, coughs, and skin irritations. This knowledge has been handed down through generations, blending practical treatment with a respect for the plant’s ecological role. As one rural practitioner notes, “the entire vine has its uses.” Buap Lom’s significance spans practical care and ritual healing, reflecting a deep intertwining of health, spirituality, and ecology.