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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Cacao na puti
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 2 - 3 glasses of water. Cool decoction before drinking.
Direction for use: Adults/Adolescent: Drink 1/2 cup once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Fulledo; Prodencia (Quezon; ; Brgy. Mascari?_?a; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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