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Artocarpus heterophyllusLam. Print

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Family Moraceae mulberries
Common name: Langka (Filipino); Jackfruit (English)
Local name: Langka
Indication: dysentery
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in water and drink the decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: One glass once a day. Children: One-half glass once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Barrios; Josefina (Capiz; Roxas City; Brgy. Tanque; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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