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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: Essencia
Indication: gas pain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Soak 5 finely chopped leaves in 1 glass of boiling water. Drink infusion.
Direction for use: Adults: 1/2 glass once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Acosta; Demetro (Albay; Bucacay; Cagraray; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Albay

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