ATIS

Common Name: Lin qin, Ma luo tuo, Yang bo luo, Kaneelappel, Annone cailleuse,Cachiman cannelle (Haiti), Pomme cannelle (Antilles). Rahmapfel, Ssack, Schuppenannone (Rehm) , Schuppen-Annone, Zimtapfel, Zuckerapfel. Raamaphal, Shariiphaa, Sitaphal.Mela canella, Pomo canella. Banreishi. Khib. Buah nona, Sarikaya (Prosea) (Indonesia), Seri kaya, Srikaya (Prosea) (Indonesia). Shariiphaa, Sariphal, Sitaaphal.At, Ateira, Cabea-de-negro, Condessa, Corao-de-boi, Fruta da condessa, Fruta de condessa, Fruta doconde, Pinheira.Gandhagatra, Shubba.Ahate, Ann, Ann candonga, Anona blanca,Anona de Castilla, Chirimoya, Rinn.Noina. Scientific Name: Annona squamosa

Medicinal Value Salted bruised leaves used to hasten suppuration. Bark decoction is used as tonic and to stop diarrhea. Root has purgative action. Leaf decoction used for rheumatic baths to alleviate pain. For fainting and hysteria, crush fresh leaves and place over nose. For infected insect bites, pound and extract the juice from one unripe fruit and apply the juice directly to the affected areas, 3 times daily. For lice infestation of the head, atis has a herbal treatment regimen. Nutritional Value Excellent source of fiber, manganese and vitamin C and a good source of vitamin B6.

MANGO

Common Names: Mango, an lo kuo, anbah, manga agaci, manga, mangot fil, mangot, manguier, mamuang, aangga, merpelam, pelem Scientific Name: Medicinal Value Ash of mango leaves is applied on burns for relief in pain and healing whereas juice of the roasted ripe mango (on hot sand)provides relief in cough. Tooth paste, prepared from powdered mango kernal, is believed to strengthen gums Boiling 20 g mango bark powder in a liter water till volume reduces merely to 250 g (ml) and using the decoction after mixing 1 g black salt is believed to cure diarrhea. Juice extracted from fresh flowers and taken after mixing it with curd is reported to be useful in diarrhea. Paste of decorticated kernel is found useful in leucorrhoea, veginitis and also as a contraceptive. Root, diuretic; bark, astringent; seeds, astringent and vermifuge; leaves, pectoral. Considered antiseptic, antibacterial, antiinflammatory, diaphoretic, stomachic, vermifuge, cardiotonic and laxative. Seed kernel considered antibacterial, antidiarrheal, antioxidant, antiviral against uropathogens. Mangifera indica

Nutritional Value Mangoes are rich in antioxidants such as beta-carotene (445g/100 g fruit), and Vitamin C (27.7 g/100 g fruit), Mango contains Vitamin A (equivalent 38 g/100 g fruit), Vitamin E Mangoes also contain Vitamin B6 (0.134 mg/100 g fruit), other vitamins B, K, Mangoes also supply nutrients such as potassium (156 mg/100g fruit), Calcium (10 mg/100 g), magnesium (10 g), iron(0.12 mg), and zinc (0.04 mg/100 g) and fibre and are low in calories. Mango peel and pulp also contain carotenoids, polyphenols, and antioxidents

BAYABAS

Common Names: Guava, goiaba, guayaba, djamboe, djambu, goavier, gouyave, goyave, goyavier, perala, bayawas, dipajaya jambu, petokal, tokal, guave, guavenbaum, guayave, banjiro, goiabeiro, guayabo, guyaba, goeajaaba, guave, goejaba, kuawa, abas, jambu batu, bayabas, pichi, posh, enandi Scientific Name: Medicinal Value use as an antiseptic and astringent diarrhea and control stomach parasites Nausea and Vomiting Toothaches;Bad Breath; Bleeding gums; Mouth sores; sore throat and laryngitis Wound and skin ulcers Cough, sore throat and laryngitis Psidium guajava

Nutritional Value Guavas are rich in vitamins A and C. A big guava contains over four times the amount of vitamin C as a single orange (212 mg/100 g fruit) and the quantity of vitamin C increases as the fruit matures. The seeds are known to be rich in omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Depending on the variety, guava has good levels of the dietary minerals that includes phosphorus, potassium, calcim, and magnesium.

TUBA-TUBA

Common Name: Lansi-lansindan (Tag.),Red physic nut (Engl.),Belly-ache bush (Engl.) Cotton-leaf physic nut bush (Engl.),Cotton-leaved jatropha (Engl.),Ye lie yan ma feng shu (Chin.) Scientific Name: Medicinal Value

Jatropha gossypifolia

For rheumatic pains of the legs and waist: use 3 to 6 gms of dried material in the form of decoction. Pounded fresh leaves may be applied as poultice for snakebites or may be used as insecticide.

Nutritional Value Roots yield a very toxic alkaloid, jatrophine, 4 %. Stem yields an active principles, a glucoside and a resin. Reported to contain psychoactive substances: protease curcain, the alkaloid jatrophine, the cyclic heptapeptide, cyclogossine A, saponins and numerous fatty acids. Latex yielded a new cyclic octapeptide, cyclogossine B, together with the known cyclic heptapeptide, cyclogossine A.

GUYABANO

Common Name: Guyabano, guanbana, guanavana, guyabano, graviola, custard apple, Brazilian pawpaw, durian benggala, nangka blanda, nangka londa, mullaatha. Scientific Name: Medicinal Value

Annona muricata

As skin astringent Treat muscle spasms Treat dysentery To purge parasites such as bedbugs and head lice To treat head lice and bedbugs and other parasites To treat inflammation

Treatment for eczema and skin diseases Used as diuretic, Treatment of hematuria and urethritis Treat Dysentery Treat Scurvy To treat diabetes As tranquilizer and sedative

Nutritional Value Guyabano is known to being rich in vitamin C and B vitamins thiamin, riboflavin and niacin, but here is a fuller list of what the fruit has to offer.

Vitamin C Iron Riboflavin Phosphorus Thiamine

Calcium Carbohydrates Niacin Fiber

PAPAYA

Common Name: Papaya, chich put, fan kua, kavunagaci, lechoso, lohong si phle, mapaza, mu kua, papailler, papaw, papaye, papayer, pawpaw tree, pepol, tinti, wan shou kuo, betik petik, gandul, katela gantung, kates, kepaya, kuntaia Scientific Name: Medicinal Value

Carica papaya

Increases quality of proteins in whole organism. Revitalize the human body and maintain energy and vitality. Encourages the renewal of muscle tissue. Supports cardiovascular system. Boosts up the immune system. Helps with the digestive system, by breaking down the proteins and supporting production of digestive enzymes. Papaya can be use also externally as a treatment for skin wounds that dont heal quickly, for this you can use papaya peel or ointments made out of papaya. Prevents the cataract formation. Due to high vitamin A, it lowers the risk of emphysema in smokers and passive smokers. Alleviates inflammation. Helps with the nausea and constipation. Can benefit people suffering colon cancer and other forms of cancers and aliments of cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems.

Nutritional Value Papaya is an excellent source of vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids) and vitamin C. It is a very good source of folate. In addition, it is a good source of dietary fiber, magnesium, potassium, copper, and vitamin K.

KALAMANSI

Common Name: Calamondin (Engl.),Calamondin orange (Engl.), Kalamansi lime (Engl.), Panama orange (Engl.),Philippine lime (Engl.),Gan (Chin.) Scientific Name: Citrofortunella microcarpa

Medicinal Value

It eliminates itching and promotes hair growth. This is done by shampooing the hair or applying the fruit juice to the scalp. Rubbing calamondin juice on insect bites banishes the itching and irritation. It bleaches freckles and helps to clear up acne vulgaris and pruritus vulvae. It is taken orally as a cough remedy and antiphlogistic Lightly diluted and drunk warm, it serves as a laxative. Combined with pepper, it is prescribed in Malaya to expel phlegm. The root enters into a treatment given at childbirth. The distilled oil of the leaves serves as a carminative with more potency than peppermint oil. The volatile oil content of the leaves is 0.90% to 1.06%.

Nutritional Value Vitamin B: Thiamine .04 mg; Riboflavin: trace Niacin: .1 mg Vitamin C: 27 mg. Calcium: 40 mg. Iron: 6 mg. Phosphorus: 22 mg. Fat: .1 gm Protein: .8 gm Calories: 37 gm