Philippine Herbal Encyclopedia

Lagundi

Vitex negundo is a large shrub native to the Philippines. It is one of the most well-known herbal medicines in the count...

Sambong

Blumea balsamifera is a medicinal plant commonly used for kidney-related ailments in the Philippines.

Ampalaya

Momordica charantia, known as bitter melon, is a tropical vine widely cultivated for its edible fruit.

Bayabas

Psidium guajava, or guava, is a tropical tree whose leaves are widely used for their medicinal properties.

Akapulko

Cassia alata is a shrub known for its antifungal properties. Commonly used to treat skin diseases.

Tsaang Gubat

Ehretia microphylla is a shrub whose leaves are brewed as tea for digestive health.

Niyog-niyogan

Quisqualis indica is a vine known for its antihelminthic properties. Used to expel intestinal worms.

Ulasimang Bato

Pansit-pansitan

Peperomia pellucida is a small herb commonly found in the Philippines. Known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Bawang

Allium sativum, or garlic, is a widely used culinary and medicinal plant known for its cardiovascular benefits.

Yerba Buena

Mentha arvensis is a mint variety used in traditional Philippine medicine for pain relief.

Alagaw (Tag.)

Premna odorata

A small hairy tree. Height: 3 to 8 meters high. Leaves: The leaves are ovate to broadly ovate, 10 to 20 centimeters long...

Biton (Tag.)

Olax imbricata Roxb.

A climbing shrub Height: Growing up to 2-6 meters tall Leaves: Leaf blades about 8.5-11 x 3.5-5 centimeters, petioles ab...