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(a) Not provided (b) Tinospora crispa (L.) Hook. f. & Thomson Print

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Family (a) Not provided (b) Menispermaceae
Common name: (a) Apong-apong (b) Makabuhay (Filipino)
Local name: (a) Bagong (b) Pitawan
Indication: diabetes
Plant part used: (a) rhizome (b) vine
Method of Preparation: Cut the rhizome and vine into pieces. Burn and pound. Mix w/ coconut oil and rub on the affected area(s) of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Mohamad; Itlom (Sulu; Patikul; Kasalamatan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

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