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Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl. Print

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Family Lythraceae
Common name: Hikau-hikauan (Filipino)
Local name: Kanding-kanding or elepante
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 4 roots in enough water to produce decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: Drink 1/4 decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Balasi; Meliton (Siquijor; Lazi; Gabayan; ) & (b) Yongod; Julian (Siquijor; Larena; Basac; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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