Mimosa pudicaL.
 
Mimosa pudicaL.
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Family:
Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name:
Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name:
Makahiya
Indication:
abortifacient
Plant part used:
roots
Method of Preparation:
Boil chopped roots in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use:
Adults: Drink decoction 3x a day.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
(a) Acebedo; Josefina (Leyte; Palo; Brgy. Naga-Naga; ) & (b) Paminano; Lilia (Leyte; Burawen; Brgy. Marbebe; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Leyte