Prostrate spurge (Engl.)
Euphorbia prostrata
SkinAn annual herb producing slender prostrate stems. Height: Up to about 20 centimeters long Leaves: The oval-shaped leaves are up to 1 centimeters long with finely toothed edges. Flowers: The inflorescence is a cyathium less than 2 mm wide, with white petal-like appendages surrounding the actual flowers. There are four male flowers and a single female flower, the latter developing into a lobed. Fruits: Hairy fruit 1-2 millimeters wide.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Stomach ulcer. Preparation: Wash and boil the whole plant of yahong-yahong in 3-5 glasses of water.. Part used: Whole plant
Preparation
Wash and boil the whole plant of yahong-yahong in 3-5 glasses of water.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Along the riverside or a roadside weed. | REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Along the riverside or a roadside weed.
Research
Siquijor State College: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health: FOLK HEALING PRACTICES of SIQUIJOR ISLAND: Phase 3
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Euphorbia prostrata
- Local Name
- Prostrate spurge (Engl.)
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Category
- Skin
- Collected By
- Jovencio M. Manga (healer); Cesario P. Orong (mangalalap); Edwin D. Castillon (mangalalap)
- Date Collected
- Jul 27, 2018
Medical Disclaimer:
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.