Camachiles (Engl.)
Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth.
DiabetesTree Height: Not provided Leaves: Broadleaved, ovate-oblong in shape Flowers: Greenish-white in color, fragrant, produce a pod, turns pink when ripe and opens to expose the used arils. Polyad of many pollen grains stitched together. Fruits: Pulp contains black shiny seeds that are circular and fat.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Masakit ipan (Toothache). Preparation: Dikdikan ing metung sakmal ning bulung. (Pound a handful leaves of Camachiles.). Part used: Leaves | Diabetes. Preparation: Kumang malulut a bunga (Take a ripe fruit.). Part used: Fruits
Preparation
Dikdikan ing metung sakmal ning bulung. (Pound a handful leaves of Camachiles.) | Kumang malulut a bunga (Take a ripe fruit.)
Location & Habitat
REGION III (CENTRAL LUZON), PAMPANGA, MAGALANG, Terrestrial
Research
Pampanga State Agricultural University: Documentation of Traditonal Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health among Ayta Communities in Pampanga
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth.
- Local Name
- Camachiles (Engl.)
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Category
- Diabetes
- Collected By
- Villanueva, SY Ramos, JI Serrano, JC Valencia, KAM Montero, LR Dumaan, SMO
- Date Collected
- Dec 20, 2019
Medical Disclaimer:
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