Faam

Faam, or FAHAM (Angræcum fragrans), an orchid, native of Madagascar, &c., prized for the fragrance of its leaves, which is owing to the presence of Coumarin (q.v.), and resembles that of the Tonka Bean and of Vernal Grass. In Mauritius an infusion of faam leaves is in great repute as a cure for pulmonary consumption and as a stomachic. It has also been imported into France as Isle of Bourbon Tea (folia faham), and used in infusion and as a source of perfume.