Turnips and Sweet Potatoes

About a month ago, I saw that there were shoots growing from one of my matured turnip and purple sweet potato.  Both are my favourite vegetables.  I was curious and decided to grow them to see how they look like. With the help of my husband not me, they have grown to this:

This is the first time that we are planting vegetables and didn't think that the leaves and flowers are so lovely.

It really is a sight to behold, don't you think!?  It will take at least 6 months for them to mature but I think it is just worth waiting.  Every morning I will spend some time in my little garden and just admire them!

Misai Kucing Tea

I have read that the Misai Kucing tea is known for its therapeutic value for generations. It grows up to about 1.5 metre high and the flowers's long filament was the factor that gave the plant its bizarre Malay name which literally means cat's whiskers.  It is recommended for good kidney function, prevention of urinary tract infections, maintaining optimal liver function and preventing gout. It has been used for generations to treat circulatory disorders, kidney stones, hypertension and diabetes. The leaves have diuretic elements that help eliminate uric acid in the body, a source of many physiological problems.

I was so happy when I found this plant growing nicely in my sister-in-law's house and immediately planted it in my little garden. This is my little garden of Misai Kucing in full bloom:

 I just love this beautiful flower with long filaments.

Even the side view is such a pretty sight don't you think!?