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Centella asiatica(L.) Urb. Print

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Family Apiaceae
Common name: Takip-kohol (Filipino); Indian hydrocotyle; Spadeleaf (English)
Local name: Tangila-a-lupa
Indication: fever with cough
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze a handful of leaves. Get a tbsp. of juice and add to 1 glass of water and drink.
Direction for use: Adults: One-half glass 2x a day. Children: One-third glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Sur

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