Senna alata(L.) Roxb.
 
Senna alata(L.) Roxb.
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Family:
Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name:
Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name:
Halo-halo
Indication:
insomnia
Plant part used:
leaves and roots
Method of Preparation:
Soak a handful of leaves and roots in a pail of water. Use infusion for washing the face before bedtime.
Direction for use:
All ages: Do it before going to bed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Tanjikol; Mohammad (Tawi-tawi; Sibutu; ; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Tawi-tawi