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Family Balsaminaceae touch-me-nots
Common name: Kamantigue (Filipino); Touch-me-not balsam; Spotted snapweed (English)
Local name: Kamantigi
Indication: ulcer
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil enough roots in water to produce decoction. Get 1/2 glass decoction. Mix with soda. Drink the mixture.
Direction for use: Adult: Do the preparation daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Estonilo; Purita (Pangasinan; San Carlos City; Brgy. Canan Sur; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

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