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Family Lythraceae loosestrife
Common name: Banaba (Filipino); Pride of India (English)
Local name: Banaba (Ceb.)
Indication: diabetes
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil leaves in 2-3 glasses of water to produce a glass of decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass everyday.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Gabuya; Maula (Davao; Davao City; Caliman Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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