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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Cacao
Indication: induce/regulate menstruation
Plant part used: root
Method of Preparation: Boil 7 pieces of roots (2' long) in 4 glasses of water to produce 3 glasses decoction. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: For women only: Drink decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Catindig; Sinay (Sorsogon; ;Brgy. Bitan-o; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sorsogon

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