Atis

Scientific Name

Anona squamosa L.

Other Names

sugar apple, sweet sop (engl)

Medicinal Attributes

1. Poultice from leaves is used for dyspepsia.
2. Poultice from leaves, mixed with oil is used for diseases of the scalp.
3. Scent of crushed leaves is used in cases of fainting spells.
4. Decoction of the root is a drastic purgative.

Location

NIGS Compound

Reference: De Padua, et.al. Handbook on Philippine Medicinal Plants.1982. College of Science and Humanities, University of the Philippines Los Banos, Laguna.