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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Gumamela or antunga
Indication: anemia
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 5-6 roots in a 2 glasses of water to produce a glass of decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink one glass once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cutsharo; Antonio (Bohol; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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