MAKING LINIMENT OIL from COCONUT (Cocos nucifera L.),LEMONGRASS (Cymbopogon citratus DC.)and GOD LEAF (Gynura segetum L.)with TRADITIONAL SETTLING METHOD

Abstract

Backgroud: Plant is a biodiversity that all around us, whether it was growing wild and cultivated intentionally. Herbs have been used as a medicinal plant, although its use spread by generations.

The aim: This research aim to provide the herbs that can be used by the community for the treatment of colds.

Method: This research is a descriptive study developed by the community for generations, conducted interviews to the public regarding the efficacy of pure
coconut oil (virgin coconut oil) with a mixture of lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus DC.) and god leaf (Gynura segetum L.) for currycomb. In this reasearch
made preparations ointment of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) which become extract virgin coconut oil with lemongrass and god leaf as currycomb through the
deposition process for four days using water-soluble. Ointments made with the coconut two kilograms of shredded added to water as much as one liter of two
times juice, in the can of coconut milk as much as 1800 ml and filtered coconut milk, settling for three days to produce virgin coconut oil 200 cc, pure coconut oil (VCO) add lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus DC.) of 20 grams and leaves god (Gynura segetum L.) 20 grams chopped settling for one day then filtered and
generate ointment five bottles with each weight 20 cc.

Result: Results showing test organoleptic dosage for three weeks are not changes the shape, color, taste and smell of mold growth.

Conclusion: Research is successful prepare an ointment hold for three weeks.