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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Hebi-hebi or kepe-kepe
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: whole plant
Method of Preparation: Boil about 4 plants in 4 glasses of water to produce 1/2 glass decoction and drink.
Direction for use: Adult: Drink 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Uyaw; Isabelo (Bohol; Daus; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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