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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
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 7 pieces of roots in 4 glasses of water to produce 1 glass decoction and drink.
Direction for use: Adults: Take 1 glass a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sarmiento; Elvira (Maguindanao; South Upi; Rumunggob; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Maguindanao

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