Philippine Herbal Encyclopedia
Explore the rich diversity of medicinal plants recognized by the Philippine Department of Health and the TKDL.
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Hangod (Tag.)
Achyranthes aspera L.
Wild, perennial, erect herb Height: Not provided Leaves: Ramal and cauline, simple, exstipulate, opposite decussate, pet...
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Kasoy (Tag.)
Anacardium occidentale L.
Small Tree Height: Not provided Leaves: Leaves are alternate, simple, entire, obtuse, and borne on short leaf stalks. Fl...
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Mangga (Tag.)
Mangifera indica L .
Tree Height: Not provided Leaves: Young leaves are in tan-red color, pink, yellow-brown, while mature leaves become dark...
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Nipple fruit (Engl.)
Solanum mammosum L.
Perennial herbaceous shrub, sometimes used as annual. Height: Grows up to 1.8m tall and somewhat coarse-looking. Leaves:...
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Kalachuchi (Tag.)
Adenium obesum (Forssk.) Roem. & Schult.
Small deciduous tree Shrub Height: Not provided Leaves: Leaves are crowded at the terminal end of the branch. Flowers: N...
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Alugbati (Tag.)
Basella alba L.
Herb/vine Height: Not provided Leaves: Leaves are sessile or has short petiole, and are fleshy ovate. Flowers: Flowers a...
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Balloon plant (Engl.)
Cardiospermum halicacabum L.
Perennial herbaceous vine Height: Climbing with tendrils up to 3 meters on support. Leaves: Leaves alternate, biternatel...
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Tsaang Gubat (Tag.)
Aphananthe philippinensis Planch.
Shrub Height: Not provided Leaves: Foliage, green in color, and ovate. Flowers: Flowers are small, white in color, have...
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