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Breynia vitis-idaea (Burm.f.) C.E.C.Fisch. Print

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Family Phyllanthaceae
Common name: Matang-hipon (Filipino)
Local name: Salimpatog (Ceb.)
Indication: insomnia
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 3 glasses of water to produce 2 glasses decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass before sleeping. Children: 1/2 glass before sleeping.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Grantes; Regino (Davao; Mati; Brgy. Dsing; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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