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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Hebi-hebi or kepe-kepe
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil enough roots in just enough water to produce decoction and drink.
Direction for use: Adult: Drink like tea everyday.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Aniola; Anunsacion (Bohol; ; ; ) & (b) Batausa; Cresencia (Bohol; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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