Getto

Aka:
Shell Ginger

from okinawa japan, Okinawa has for decades enjoyed one of the longest life-expectancy rates in the world.

people eat rice cakes wrapped in getto leaf.

high content of polyphenols and other antioxidants.

It contains a large amount of 1.8 cineole, which has immunomodulating and anti-inflammatory effects, and is also effective as an insect repellent, antibacterial, disinfectant, and deodorant.

is a diuretic, lowers blood pressure, has anti diabetic effects, prevents and heals ulcers.

leaves can be put into bath water to alleviate fevers.

The leaves and ribosomes have been proven effective against HIV-1.

experiments show it can prolong life by as much as a fifth.

mainly known for its rich anti aging effects, products in japan use getto for wrinkles.

winter hardy in zones 8-10, although it may survive in zone 7 with winter protection.

prefers florida environment.