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Family Menispermaceae
Common name: Suma (Filipino); Abutra (S. L. Bis.)
Local name: Lagtang
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves and stem
Method of Preparation: Boil at least 4 to 5 leaves including the stem in 2 glasses of water. Drink the decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: Drink 1/4 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Tadena; Pardo (Bohol; Jogra; Tehero; ) & (b) Omak; Paula (Bohol; Bilar; Roxas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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