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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Kalatsutsi (Filipino); Temple flower; Frangipani; Templetree (English)
Local name: Kalachuchi
Indication: purgative anti-asthmatic
Plant part used: bark and leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 3 - 5 leaves in 2 glasses of water to produce 1/2 cup decoction. Drink the decoction.
Direction for use: Adults/Adolescent: 1/2 cup once a day before meal.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Denasmara; Nicolas (Quezon; Burderos; Brgy. Cabungalunan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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