Centipede plant (Engl.)

Muehlenbeckia platyclados

Joint

An erect shrub Height: Grows 1-5 meters and is heavily branched Leaves: The leaves are simple, alternate, lanceolate, 0.5 to 2 cm. wide and 2 to 5 cm. long. Flowers: The unisexual cluster of flowers with greenish white perianths are borne in the axils. Fruits: The fruits are somewhat round in shape are classified as berries and turn red when ripe.

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Insect bites (fire ants, the sting from bees, and hornets). Preparation: Squeeze out the juice from the stem and leaves. It can also grind the stem and leaves along with alcohol.. Part used: Stem and leaves | Bruises; swellings; muscle pain. Preparation: Poultice: Grind the stem and leaves.. Part used: Stem and leaves

Preparation

Squeeze out the juice from the stem and leaves. It can also grind the stem and leaves along with alcohol. | Poultice: Grind the stem and leaves.

Location & Habitat

REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SIQUIJOR (Capital), Backyard | REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SIQUIJOR (Capital)

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: Muehlenbeckia platyclados
Local Name: Centipede plant (Engl.)
Family: Polygonaceae
Category: Joint
Collected By: Not provided
Date Collected: Jun 28, 2026

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