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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Dita (Filipino); Bitter bark (English)
Local name: Dita
Indication: boil
Plant part used: latex
Method of Preparation: Apply latex on cloth and use as poultice on the affected parts.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Nidres; Dabiana (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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