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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Hibe-hibe
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 2 glasses of water to produce 1/2 glass decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Laure; Victoria (Siquijor; Maria; Kabalasan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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