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Caesalpinia sappanL. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sapang (Filipino); Bakkum wood; Sappanwood (English)
Local name: Sibukaw (K. Bis.)
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Decoction of 7 pcs. roots in 7 glasses of water.
Direction for use: Adults: drink 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cana lete; Gregoria (Antique; Anini-y; Butuan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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