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Lagerstroemia speciosa(L.) Pers. Print

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Family Lythraceae loosestrife
Common name: Banaba (Filipino); Pride of India (English)
Local name: Banaba
Indication: diuretic
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil and drink the decoction.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Romagera; Rosario (Lanao del Norte; Kapatagan; Botagon; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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