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Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl. Print

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Family Lythraceae
Common name: Hikau-hikauan (Filipino)
Local name: Makabra (K .Bis.)
Indication: chest and backache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves and apply as a poultice.
Direction for use: Adult: do it once before sleeping.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Puetes; Teresita (Antique; Lawa-an; Sarmiento; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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