The area's name is derived from two Malay words, Kampong, meaning "village" or "settlement", and Glam (or Gelam) referring to a variety of eucalyptus which grew in the used to area. Its bark was used by boat builders in the village to caulk boats while its leaves provided cajuput oil (from Malay: minyak kayu puteh, or white wood) which could be treat muscular aches and pains, as well as respiratory problems.
~This post tells us how does different parts of the plant help in different ways.~
~This post tells us how does different parts of the plant help in different ways.~
Picture adapted from: http://www.etour-singapore.com/image-files/kampong-glam-tree-bark.jpg
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