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Alstonia scholaris(L.) R. Br. Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Dita (Filipino); Bitter bark (English)
Local name: Bita (K. Bis.)
Indication: boil
Plant part used: latex
Method of Preparation: Collect latex and apply directly on boils.
Direction for use: All ages: apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Temana; Nastor (Antique; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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