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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Dita (Filipino); Bitter bark (English)
Local name: Bita (K. Bis.)
Indication: malaria
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil plenty of roots in just enough water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Placios; Ramon (Antique; ; ; ) & (b) Plaera; Felixberto (Antique; San Jose; San Pedro; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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