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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Antuwaga (Ceb.)
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: bud
Method of Preparation: Soak buds in a glass of water for 1 hour. Drink infusion.
Direction for use: Adult: drink 1 glass infusion 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Luna; Catalina (Agusan del Norte; Santiago; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Agusan del Norte

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