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Dysphania ambrosioides(L.) Mosyakin & Clemants Print

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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Alpasotes (Filipino); Mexican tea (English)
Local name: Apasotes (Vis.)
Indication: dyspepsia
Plant part used: mature leaves and tops
Method of Preparation: Crush and mix with cooked rice. Apply on the abdomen of children.
Direction for use: No dosage mentioned.
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: Zamboanga

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