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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Gumamela (pula)
Indication: late menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Cut the roots into pieces and boil in 4 glasses of water to produce 3 glasses decoction. Drink.
Direction for use: Adult: One glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cabillo; Lucita (Surigao del Norte; Placer; Brgy. Sta. Cruz; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Surigao del Norte

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