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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: Dita
Indication: allergy
Plant part used: latex
Method of Preparation: Boil 1 cup latex in water. Add chopped onions and rub on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Arquisa; Diosdado (Quezon; ; Brgy. Guinhawa; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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