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Catharanthus roseus(L.) G. Don Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Tsitsirika (Filipino); Madagascar periwinkle (English)
Local name: Kumintang
Indication: anemia
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Cut a handful of roots and boil in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cruz; Emilio (Albay; Polangui; Matacon; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Albay

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