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Common name:
Local name: Bila-bilang kahoy (Bis.)
Indication: Abdominal distention in child
Plant part used: Roots
Method of Preparation: Decoction: Get the whole roots and wash it. Chop the roots into small pieces and boil in 3-5 glasses of water.
Direction for use: Drink the decoction three (3) times a day after/before eating or at any time of the day until the abdomen decreases in size.
Additional information:
Informant: Emiliano Tinae Apiag (healer)
Place gathered: Siquijor Province, Siquijor, Barangay Cantabon, Purok 2
Gathered by / Date gathered: Ando JKE, Herlao IAV
Abstracted by: Ando, JKE
Date abstracted: 10/12/2014
Province: Siquijor, Mount Bandilaan

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