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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: San Vicente (Ilk.)
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 4 glasses of water to make 2 glasses decoction. Drink.
Direction for use: Adults: 1 glass decoction 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Supla; Jovita (Cagayan; Gonzaga; Florisin Zone; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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