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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Balatong aso (Filipino); Septicweed (English)
Local name: Hibi-hibi (Ceb.)
Indication: nervousness
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 2 glasses of water to produce a glass of decoction. Drink.
Direction for use: Adults: 1 glass 2x a day. Children: 1/2 glass 2x a day.
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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