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Family Arecaceae
Common name: Bunga (Filipino); Areca nut; Betel palm (English)
Local name: Bunga
Indication: dewormer
Plant part used: root
Method of Preparation: Boil roots in just enough water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: For all ages: Drink 1 glass of decoction every other day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bataan

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