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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Escobilla (Filipino); Yellow Barleria; Arrowleaf sida; Cuban-jute (English)
Local name: Escovilla
Indication: cold
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boils roots in enough water and let 2/3 portion dries out to have a decoction.
Direction for use: Children: Take 3 tbsp. 3x a day. Adults: 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Diolata; Leopoldo (Quezon; General Luna; Brgy. San Nicolas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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