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Sea Holly
Acanthus ebracteatus
1.44624, 103.729
Field Notes
Description:
This series shows the leaves, flower buds, flowers in bloom and fruits.
Habitat:
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Notes:
Seeds can be used as one of the ingredients of cough medicine.
Crushed seeds can be applied as a poultice on boils.
2 - 3 seeds may be given to children to expel parasitic intestinal worms.
Roots are used as part of a decoction remedy for shingles.
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Acanthus ebracteatus
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Spotted for Missions
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PublishedMarch 30, 2013
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