1. Local Name a. Katanda b. Andadasi c. Palochina 2. Scientific Name a. Herpetic alata Raf. b. Senna alata c. Cassia bracteata d.

Cassia herpetica e. Cassia alata Linn 3. Family Name a. Leguminosa Cae Sal Pinioidea 4. Plant Part the constituent Is Present a. Root , flower ang leaf decoction used as laxative b. Pounded leaves are used as laxative c. Leaf decoction used as an expectorant in bronchitis and dyspnea, as
astringent , mounthwash and a wash for eczema.

5. Medicinal And Pharmaceutical Uses a. Used as laxative b. Used as laxative c. Used as an expectorant in bronchitis and dyspnoea, as astringent, mouthwash
and a wash for eczema.

d. External Areas: Treatment of skin diseases

Tinea infections, insect bites, ringworms, eczema, scabies and itchiness. Mouthwash in stomatitis

e. Expectorant for bronchitis and dyspnoea

Alleviation of asthma symptoms Used as diuretic and purgative for cough & fever as a laxative to expel intestinal parasites and other stomach problems.

6. Method of Isolation process of the Constituent a. For external use, pound the leaves of the Akapulko plant, squeeze the juice and apply
on affected areas.

b. As the expectorant for bronchitis and dyspnoea, drink decoction (soak and boil for 10
to 15 minutes) of Akapulko leaves. The same preparation may be used as a mouthwash, stringent, and wash for eczema.

c. As laxative, cut the plant parts (roots, flowers, and the leaves) into a manageable size
then prepare a decoction Note: The decoction looses its potency if not used for a long time. Dispose leftovers a the pounded leaves of Akapulko has purgative functions, specifically against ringworms.

after one day.

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