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Family Moringaceae moringas
Common name: Malunggay (Filipino); Horse radish (English)
Local name: Malunggay or Kamunggay
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a 3-inch root in 2 glasses of water to produce 1/2 glass decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass before bedtime for 7 consecutive days.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sibonga; Welhilminda (Siquijor; Bamban; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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