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Catharanthus roseus(L.) G. Don Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Tsitsirika (Filipino); Madagascar periwinkle (English)
Local name: Kumintang
Indication: induce/regulates menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil the roots (2' long) in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: For women only: Drink 1 glass decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
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Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

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