level: akapulko indepth
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level questions: akapulko indepth
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is akapulko? | akapulko is Senna alata or commonly known as akapulco; is a woody bush that grows wild in the tropical climate that grows wild in the tropical climate of the Philippines and an affordable locally sourced herbal medicine. |
| The leaves of akapulco have been traditionally used to treat? | fungal skin infections such as ringworms, scabies, and eczema. |
| Akapulco also contains what agent, which is one of the active component of the akapulco lotion and ??? which have demonstrated antifungal activity against dermatophytes and superficial yeast infections. | chrysophanic acid and crude anthaquinones such as rhein and aloe-emodine |
| Scientific Name: | Cassia alata or senna alata |
| English name: | Acapulco |
| Medicinal plant: | ringworm bush or schrub |
| Use/indication: | Antifungal |
| Preparation: | Poultice |