| Family |
Balsaminaceae touch-me-nots |
| Common name: |
Kamantigue (Filipino); Touch-me-not balsam; Spotted snapweed (English) |
| Local name: |
Kamantigue |
| Indication: |
facilitate childbirth (relieves labor pains) |
| Plant part used: |
roots |
| Method of Preparation: |
Boil 2 - 4 long roots in just enough water to produce decoction. |
| Direction for use: |
Take 2 - 4 tbsp. when labor pain occurs.
Note: Excessive intake may cause dizziness. |
| Additional information: |
Not provided |
| Informant: |
Aurellana; Lucing (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Pagkakaisa; ) |
| Place gathered: |
Not provided |
| Gathered by / Date gathered: |
Not provided |
| Abstracted by: |
Not provided |
| Date abstracted: |
Not provided |
| Province: |
Quezon |
