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Family Smilacaceae catbrier
Common name: Sarsaparilyang-china (Filipino); China root (English)
Local name: Zarzaparilla
Indication: depurgative
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil roots in water to produce a decoction. Drink.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass every morning before breakfast.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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