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Andrographis paniculata(Burm. f.) Wall. ex Nees Print

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Family Acanthaceae acanthaces
Common name: Sinta (Filipino)
Local name: Ampion or Marabilosa
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in enough water to produce a decoction. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Children: Drink 1/2 decoction every 3 hours. Adults: Drink 1/2 decoction every 2 hours.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Panilba; Angel (Siquijor; E. Villanueva; Camugao; ) & (b) Manginsoy; Pedro (Siquijor; San Juan; Tagibo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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