KUCHING (Nov 5): Sarawak s indigenous Engkerebai plant (Psychotria viridiflora) could soon be developed into a high-value cosmeceutical product following the signing of the state s fourth Benefit Sharing Agreement (BSA). The plant has long been used in Iban culture for dyeing pua kumbu and treating skin ailments. The agreement, inked between the Sarawak Biodiversity Council and [...]
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New agreement with Iban communities could see Sarawak’s indigenous Engkerebai plant become high-value cosmeceutical product
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