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Philippine Herbal MedicineList of Medicinal Plants in the PhilippinesThis list provides common medicinal plants in the Philippines. There are many otherPhilippinemedicinal plants, herbs and trees found in the country but are actually rarely used as herbalmedicine. These are the more widely used and popular medicinal plants:

Akapulko

(scientific name: Cassia alata) - a shrub known to be a diuretic, sudorific andpurgative. The medicinal uses of akapulko are to treat fungal infection of the skinand for the treatment of ringworms. English name: ringworm bush.read more

Ampalaya(scientific name: Momordica charantia) - a vegetable used to treat diabetes (diabetesmellitus) it is now commercially produced in tablet form and tea bags. Englishname: bitter melon and bitter gourd.read more

Atis(scientific name:Anona squamosa L.) - a small tree used as a medicinal herb. Theleaves, fruit and seeds are used in the treatment of diarrhea, dysentery andfainting. English name: Sugar apple and Sweet sop.read more

Balanoi(scientific name: Ocimum basilicum) - a plant, which belongs to the family ofLamiaceae,grows to an erect length of 50 to 80 centimeters, the leaves of which are oval-shaped, and

have slightly-toothed edges. The flowers of balanoi or common basil are either white or

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Banaba(scientific name: Lagerstroemia speciosa) - a tree found throughout the Philippines.

The leaves, roots, fruit and flowers all have medicinal uses. It is used in thetreatment of diabetes and other ailments. It is a purgative and a diuretic.read more

Bawang(scientific name:Allium sativum) - a specie of the onion family. English name:Garlic. It is used to reduce cholesterol in the blood and thus helps lower bloodpressure.
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Bayabas(scientific name: Psidium guajava) - more popularly known as guava, bayabas is asmall tree whose boiled leaves are used as an disinfectant to treat wounds. Thedecoction is also used as a mouth wash to treat gum infection and tooth decay. Thebark is also used in children with chronic diarrhea.read more

Carrot(scientific name: Daucus carota L.) - Carrot (Karot in Filipino) is an outstanding traitof this flowering plant, which belongs to the family ofApiaceae, is that it is self-fertile. By nature, carrot's flowers have both male and female organs, and areusually pollinated primarily by beetles and flies.read more

Gumamela(scientific name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn) - called China rose or Hibiscus in theWest, it is a common ornamental plant in the Philippines. As a medicinal herb, it isused as an expectorant for coughs, cold, sore throat, fever and bronchitis.read more

Lagundi(scientific name: Vitex negundo) - one of the better known of the medicinal plants inthe Philippines, lagundi (five-leaved chaste tree) is a shrub with many medicinaluses. It is used for the relief and treatment of coughs, asthma, dyspepsia, worms,colic, rheumatism and boils. The root is known to be an expectorant, tonic andfebrifuge.read more

Luya(scientific name: Zingiber officinale) or Ginger. It is botanically not a root but arhizome of the monocotyledonous perennial plant. It has many uses as a medicinalherb with antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antiviral, diuretic and antiseptic

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Mabolo
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(scientific name: Diospyros blancoi) - is known for its value as an ornament, ratherthan for its fruit. Its wood is commonly known in the Philippines as kamagong, andit is the fruit that goes by the name of mabolo.read more

Malunggay(scientific name: Moringa oleifera Lam.) - is known to different parts of the worldunder various names including, but not limited to, horseradish tree, drumstick tree,and dool in some regions.read more

Makabuhay

(scientific name: Tinospora rumphii Boerl) - is a clinging vine, and the name itselfsuggests the primary purpose of such plant. Makabuhay is a Filipino translation ofthe English term pro-life or to give life.

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Niyog-niyogan(scientific name: Quisqualis indica L.) - is a vine that is an effective in the eliminationof intestinal worms, particularly the Trichina and Ascaris by ingesting its matureddried seeds. Chew (5 to 7 dried seeds for children or 8 to 10 seeds for adults) twohours after eating. Repeat treatment after a week if necessary. Roasted leaves arealso used for fever and diarrhea while pounded leaves are used for skin diseases.English name: Chinese honey suckle.

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Oregano(scientific name: Origanum vulgare) - a perennial herb with antioxidant andantimicrobial properties. Commonly used for cooking in the West, it is used as amedicinal plant in the Philippines. A decoction of oregano leaves is taken internallyfor the prevention of degenerative arthritis, relief of cough, osteoarthritis, asthmaand upset stomach.read more

Pandan(sientific name: Pandanus tectorius) - is also known as Fragrant Screw Pine. Its trunkbears plenty of prop roots. Its leaves spirals the branches, and crowds at the end.read more

Pansit-Pansitan(scientific name: Peperomia pellucida Linn.) - an herb used to treat arthritis, gout,skin disorders, abdominal pains and kidney problems. It is applied to the skin as
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poultice or as a decoction when taken internally.read more

Sabila(scientific name: Aloe barbadensis miller liquid) - one of the most commonmedicinal plants in the Philippines that can be found in many Filipino homes. It is asucculent plant used to treat burns, cuts, eczema and other disorders. Aloe verahas antiviral, antifungal, antibiotic, antioxidant and antiparasitic properties.read more

Saluyot(scientific name: Corchorus capsularis L.) - is a green leafy vegetable that is rich incalcium, phosphorus, iron and potassium. It has also been determined that 100grams of saluyot contains an ample amount of Vitamin A, thiamine, riboflavin,ascorbic acid, and is also rich in fiber.read more

Sambong(scientific name: Blumea balsamifera) - a Philippine medicinal plant used to treatkidney disorders, colds, fever, rheumatism, hypertension and other ailments. As adiuretic, it helps in the excretion of urinary stones. A decoction of leaves is takeninternally for treatment. It can also be used as an edema. English name: BlumeaCamphora.read more

Silymarin(scientific name: Silybum marianum) - is a flowering plant of Silybum Adans genus, amember of the daisy family (Asteraceae). It grows mainly in North Africa, theMediterranean region and the Middle East (now also grown in the U.S.) but ismarketed and is widely available in the Philippines as a herbal liver supplement(silymarin capsules, trademark: Liveraide).read more

Tanglad (scientific name:Andropogon citratus DC) - is a permanent or perennial plant,and the benefits of which are not restricted to its fragrance. The utility of tanglad basically

lies in its leaves, where all the benefits are derived.

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Tsaang Gubat(scientific name: Ehretia microphylla Lam.) - a shrub prepared like tea, it is nowcommercially available in tablets, capsules and tea bags. This medicinal herb iseffective in treating diarrhea, dysentery, gastroenteritis and other stomachailments. It has high fluoride concentration making it a good mouth wash for theprevention of tooth decay. English name: Wild Tea.read more
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Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO)- Although not a medicinal plant, VCO is a product of the coconut tree. VCO is oneof the more popular alternative medicine widely used in the Philippines today. It istaken internally for various aliments like diabetes to high blood pressure. Topically,VCO is also applied to the skin and scalp to nourish and heal. read more

Yerba Buena(scientific name: Clinopodium douglasii) - a vine of the mint family, popularly knownas Peppermint. Its analgesic properties make it an ideal pain reliever to alleviatethe body's aches and pains. A decoction of clean leaves is taken internally orexternally as a poultice by pounding the leaves mixed with a little water thenapplied directly on the afflicted area.
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