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Family Menispermaceae
Common name: Suma (Filipino); Abutra (S. L. Bis.)
Local name: Lagtan
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil at least 3 to 4 roots in 3 glasses of water and drink decoction. For abortion add 1 sugar and drink.
Direction for use: Adults: 1 glass a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: South Cotabato

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