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Alternanthera ficoidea var. bettzickiana(Regel) Backer Print

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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Kutsarita (FIlipino); Calicoplant (English)
Local name: Kamay-kamay
Indication: relapse after childbirth
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Cut roots into pieces. Boil in a glass of water. Drink.
Direction for use: For women only: Drink 1/2 glass 3x a day;
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Duhil; Lolina (Sulu; Patikul; Kasalamatan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

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