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Family Solanaceae nightshades; solanaces
Common name: Sili (Filipino); Bell pepper; Cayenne pepper (English)
Local name: Sili
Indication: induces menstruation
Plant part used: root
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of flowers in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Children: One-half glass 3x a day. Adult: One glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Desoy; Nonita (Surigao del Norte; Malimomo; Brgy. Cawayan; )
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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