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Alstonia scholaris(L.) R. Br. Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Dita (Filipino); Bitter bark (English)
Local name: Ditan
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Boil 3-5 pieces of 4-5 inches long bark in 4 glasses of water to produce decoction and drink.
Direction for use: 1 glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
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Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Oriental Mindoro

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