Kalipkip (Tag.)
Dischidia purpurea
DigestiveAn epiphytic, herbaceous, creeping vine found on erect tree trunks, and rooting at every node. Leaves: Leaves are fleshy and leathery, flattened against the supporting tree trunk, and the hollow spaces occupied by colonies of ants. Leaves are in pairs, opposite, stalkless, rounded, 3.5 to 5 centimeters in diameter, deep purple, and smooth. Flowers: Inflorescence is axillary, on slender stalks, and 4 centimeters long. Flowers, produced from the tips of the branches, are few, 4 to 4.5 millimeters long, pink to white, and smooth throughout.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Antidote for breast cancer; goiter. Preparation: Burn the whole part until these turn to ashes.. Part used: Whole plant
Preparation
Burn the whole part until these turn to ashes.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SIQUIJOR (Capital), Forest | REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SIQUIJOR (Capital), Forest
Research
Siquijor State College: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices in Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (Folk Healing Practices of Siquijor Island) Phase 1
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Dischidia purpurea
- Local Name
- Kalipkip (Tag.)
- Family
- Asclepiadaceae
- Category
- Digestive
- Collected By
- Not provided
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026
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