Senna alata(L.) Roxb.
 
Senna alata(L.) Roxb.
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Family:
Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name:
Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name:
Kaporko
Indication:
ringworm
Plant part used:
leaves
Method of Preparation:
Pound leaves and rub on the affected skin after bath.
Direction for use:
All ages: As needed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
(a) Razo; Pedro (Quezon; ; ; ) (b) Osila; Stella (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Bayanihan; ) (c ) Aurellano; Montano (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Abuyon; ) & (d) Manoza; Felipe (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Buensuciso; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Quezon