(Cleomaceae) Cleome viscosa L.

Local name(s): 

Medicinal use(s): to treat cancer and gastrointerstinal disorders.

Part(s) used: entire plant.

Field Characters: 

Locality: Champasak Province, Champsak District, Khanyeng Village.

Habitat: 

Altitude:   m asl. 

Collector(s): S. Bouamanivong, K. Phapkaysone, O. Keokongtone 

Collection number(s): LAOS_798

Collection Date: June 6, 2005

Additional information:  

Project:  ICBG

Synonyms, images, taxonomic description: 

Medicinal properties:

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