| Karamushi, also known as “ramie,” is a perennial plant from the nettle family. Its stem ligament yields fine and lustrous fibers used to create high-grade hemp fabrics. It is renowned for being the coolest natural fiber, offering excellent air permeability, moisture absorption, and durability, without sticking to the skin even when sweaty |
Benefits and Effects
- Karamushi provides various health benefits, including antipyretic, diuretic, antifebrile, hemostatic, and promoting pus drainage.
- It is known to prevent miscarriages, aid in healing wounds, act as an antibacterial agent, suppress coughs, alleviate asthma, and support cell activation.
- Karamushi is highly nutritious, providing essential nutrients to improve one’s constitution.
How to Consume
LTo enjoy Karamushi, you can pick the young shoots and prepare them by either tempura frying or boiling. They can be chopped well and mixed with other dishes like natto for a tasty combination. When boiled sufficiently, the leaves become soft and can be used in soups or dressings, especially when blended.