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Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl. Print

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Family Lythraceae
Common name: Hikau-hikauan (Filipino)
Local name: Elepante
Indication: asthma
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil chopped roots in water to produce a decoction
Direction for use: Adults: Drink decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Leyson; Rosita (Leyte; Baybay; Baybay South Central
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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