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makabuhay [makabuhay] n Vine species; sometimes hung in the doorway to ward off evil spirits. An aqueous extract is widely used as a treatment for stomach trouble, indigestion, diarrhoea, and various other complaints, and for restoring hair. It is the basis of a popular cordial which is used as a cordial, a tonic, or as an ingredient of cocktails. makabúhai Tinospora rumphii (sem. domains: 1.5.3 - Grass, herb, vine, 2.5.7.3 - Medicinal plants.)