AKAPULKO

English name: Acapulco

Scientific name:
Cassia alata
Also known as:
Bayabas-bayabasan
Kapurko
Katanda
Katanda
Katandang aso
Pakagonkon

the tropical climate of Philippines. It also use to treat bronchitis

and asthma because of the Acapulcos anti-fungal properties
that commonly ingredients in soaps, shampoos and lotion. The
akapulko leaves contain chrysophanic acid, fungicide that is
used to treat fungal infections.
Acapulco is used as herbal medicine for the following skin
diseases:
Tinea infections
Insects bites
Ringworms
Eczema
Scabies
Itchiness
For stomach problems:
Laxative to expel intestinal parasites
Diuretic
Purgative
Strong decoction of leaves are also known to cause abortion in
pregnantwoman
For lung and mouth problems:
Expectorant for bronchitis and dyspnea

NIYOG-NIYOGAN
Scientific name: Quisqualis indica
Common names:
English: Chinese honeysuckle/ Rangoon creeper
Spanish: Quisqual
Hindu: Madhu Malti or Madhumati
Niyog-niyogan is an herbal medicine used for expulsion
of itensial worms with anti-cancer properties.
Niyog-niyogan benefits:
Expels intestinal worms and parasites the seeds of
niyog-niyogan are dried and taken orally.
Recommended dosage is 4 to 7 seeds for children while
8 to 10 seeds for adults

BAYABAS

Bayabas or guava is a fruit bearing shrub or small tree

that grows in the topical climate like Mexico, Peru, and
the Philippines. Bayabas is widely used in the Philippines
as herbal medicine and is recognized by the Philippine
Department of Health for its antiseptic property. Bayabas
or Guava fruit is known for being rich in vitamin and
vitamin A.
Bayabas leaves and fruits contain eugenol, tannin,
saponins, amygdalin, phenolic acids, malic acid, ash,
aldehydes, cataquinic components and flavonoids.
Bayabas or guava is used in herbal medicine as
antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, antioxidant
hepatoprotective, anti-allergy, antimicrobial, antiplasmodia, anti-cough, anti-diabetic, and antigen toxic.

AMPALAYA
Scientific name:
Momordica charantia
Ampalaya (Bitter Melon), Momordica Charantia
has been a folkloric cure for generations but has
now been proven to be an effective herbal
medicine for many aliments.
The Philippine Department of Health has endorsed
Ampalaya Bitter Melon (Momordica Charantia) as
an alternative herbal medicine for liver problems.
Research about Ampalaya has shown that
Ampalaya increases the production of beta cells
by the pancreas, thereby improving the bodys
ability to produce insulin, which controls the blood
sugar diabetics.

Ampalaya leaves and fruits are excellent

sources of Vitamin B, iron, calcium, and
phosphorus. It is also rich in beta carotene.
Ampalaya is used as herbal treatment for
diabetes, HIV, coughs, skin diseases, and
sterility in women, parasiticide, antipyretic and
as purgative among others.

Health benefits of juice extract from ampalaya

fruit. It is used to treat diabetes, stomach
problems such as colitis, dysentery and
intestinal parasites, spleen and liver problems,
mild cough, heal wounds, rheumatism and
gout.

TSAANG GUBAT
Scientific Names:
Carmona retusa
Carmona heterophylla Cav.
Ehretia buxifolia Boxd
Ehretia heterophylla Spreng
Ehretia microphylla Lam.
Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine and is a shrub that
grows wild in the tropical climate of Philippines. It contains
rosmarinic acid and microphyllone which is attributed for its
efficacy to control allergy. It is also antibacterial,
antinocicpetive and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine for the treatment
of mild allergy attacks and skin wounds (eczema, scabies
and itchiness, wounds in child birth)

skin become rough and inflamed, with blisters

that cause itching and bleeding, sometimes
resulting from a reaction to irritation but more
typically having no obvious external cause.
Scabies is an extremely itchy skin disorder that
can be passed from one person to another. It is
caused by an infestation with a parasite- the
scabies mite.
Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine for the
following stomach problems (Stomach pains,
Gastroenteritis, Intestinal motility, Dysentery,
Diarrhea or Loose Bowel Movement (LBM))
Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach
and intestines, typically resulting from bacterial
toxins or viral infection and causing vomiting and

Stomach flu Intestinal Motility is abnormal

intestinal contractions, such as spasms and
intestinal paralysis.
Dysentery is an inflammation of the
intestine causing diarrhea with blood.
Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine for
the following mouth problems: (Mouthwash
in stomatitis, teeth strengthener)
Stomatitis is inflammation of the mucous
membrane of the mouth. Singaw

ULASIMANGBATO OR PANSIT PANSITAN

Scientific Name:
Peperomia pellucida Linn.
Ulasimang Bato is a common fleshy
shallow rooted herb that grows to about 15
to 45 cm in height in damp and lightly
shaded areas. Pansit-pansitan has been
used as food item as well as food item as
well as a medical herb for its analgesic,
anti-arthritic, diuretic activity.

Pansit-pansitan is used as an herbal medicine

for the
treatment of:

Eye inflammation
Sore Throat
Diarrhea
Prostate Problems
High Blood Pressure
Arthritis
Gout
Skin inflammation
Abscesses
Pimples
Headache
Fever
Abdominal pains
Renal problems Kidney
Mental excitement disorder

YERBA BUENA
Yerba Buena or Hierba Buena is the Spanish name
for a number of aromatic plants, most of which
belong to the mint family.
Benefits: Peppermint is an old household remedy
and useful for a variety of conditions.
Internally, peppermint slightly an anesthetizes
mucous membranes and the gastro-intestinal tract.
The tea or oil is useful for insomnia, migraine,
measles, menstrual cramps, migraines, morning
sickness, muscle spasms, chills, headache, nausea,
nervous disorder, colic, fevers, dizziness, gas,
vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, heart trouble, poor

It increase stomach acidity, aiding

digestion, and is useful for irritable
bowel syndrome. It will stop vomiting
due to nervous causes.
Externally, peppermint leaves make a
cooling and slightly anodyne
application. They can also be made
into a slave or a bath additive for
itching skin conditions. Peppermint is
used for toothache and to provide local
anesthetic to pains and inflamed joints.

LAGUNDI
Scientific name:
Vitex negundo
Lagundi is a shrub that grows in the Philippines.
It is one of the ten herbal medicines endorsed by
the Philippine Department of Health as an
effective herbal medicine with proven
therapeutic value. Commonly known the Ilocos
region as dangla, lagundi has been clinically
tested to be effective in the treatment of colds,
flu, bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and
pharyngitis. Lagundi contains Chrysoplenol D, a
substance with anti-histamine and muscle
relaxant properties.

Even in Japan, lagundi is becoming

recognized as an effective herbal medicine,
especially since researches have shown that
it contains properties that make it an
expectorant and it has been reported to
function as a tonic as well. More than that,
most of the parts of the lagundi plant have
medical value.
Today, lagundi is available in capsule form
and syrup for cough. For its part, the flowers
are recommended as a cardiac tonic, as cure
for liver diseases, and other internal
disorders such as diarrhea and cholera. The
lagundi plant also has anti-inflammatory
functions, and its cooling effects are ideal as