Cape Gooseberry
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swahili name
More Local Names
borana:
DIGO:
duruma:
giriama:
kamba:
kauma:
kikuyu:
Nathii
kipsigis:
kisii:
kuria:
luhya:
LUO:
Nyatonglo
maasai:
maragoli:
meru:
mijikenda:
nandi:
NUBI:
OGIEK:
pokomo:
pokot:
rabai:
sabaot:
samburu:
suba:
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Scientific Name
Physalis peruviana
plant family
Plant Details and use
The plant is used in the management of diarrhea. Crush the leaves, and soak in warm water for 10-15 mins. Take ½ a glass twice a day for 2-3 days before meals. For children, give 1 tablespoonful.
treatable conditions
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