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(a) Areca catechuL. (b) Not provided Print

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Family (a) Arecaceae (b) Not provided
Common name: (a) Bunga (Filipino); Areca nut; Betel palm (English) (b) Apog
Local name: (a) Bunga with (b) lime
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: (a) leaves (b) -
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves of bunga. Add lime. Mix thoroughly. Apply as poultice on abdomen.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply daily before bedtime.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Buca; Rufo (Siquijor; Larena; Sandugan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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