In english its called spinach vine. Alugbati is a succulent, branched, smooth, twining herbaceous vine, several meters in length. Stems are purplish or green. Often found in the vegetable gardens throughout the Philippines. This is a common vegetable in the Philippines.
Alugbati is a medicinal plant in the Philippines. Its roots are employed as rubefacient. Poultice of leaves are used to reduce local swelling. Sap is applied to acne eruptions to reduce inflammation. It is also used as fertility enhancement for women. It can also be used for hemorrhages, skin diseases, sexual weaknesses, ulcers and as laxative in children and pregnant women.
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