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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: Komintang (Ceb.)
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 7pieces of roots and drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Kee; Cresencia (Misamis Oriental; Medina; Brgy. Kabog; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Misamis Oriental

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