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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: Kumintang or Apat-apat
Indication: ulcer
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 3 glasses of water to produce 1 glass of decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass decoction before meals.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Panilba; Angel (Siquijor; E. Villanueva; Camugao; ) & (b) Quilicot; Jesus (Siquijor; E. Villanueva; Bituag; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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