Abrus precatoriusL.
 
Abrus precatoriusL.
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Family:
Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name:
Saga or Saga-saga (Filipino); Prayer bead; Rosarypea; Crab's eye; Jequerity (English)
Local name:
Bogayong
Indication:
cough
Plant part used:
leaves and stem
Method of Preparation:
Pound a 3-inch stem and a handful of leaves. Soak in a basin of water overnight. Sponge the chest and throat every night before bedtime with the infusion.
Direction for use:
All ages: As needed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Ramirez; Alicia (Pangasinan; Mapandan; Brgy. Baloling; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Pangasinan