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Catharanthus roseus(L.) G. Don Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Tsitsirika (Filipino); Madagascar periwinkle (English)
Local name: Kumintang
Indication: late menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil chopped roots in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/4 glass decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Leyson; Rosita (Leyte; Baybay; Baybay South Central
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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