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huda-huda₂ [huda-húdà] (der. of huda) n Plant species with medicinal qualities and with a lot of small leaves that close up when touched. makahia, damong-hiya [The entire plant in decoction is considered as an alterant and antiasthmatic. The leaves, placed under the pillow, act as a soporific. Seeds in the form of powder are used as a vulnerary. The roots in the decoction are administered in cases of gonorrhoea and of stones in the bladder.] Mimosa Pudica, Biophytum Sensitivum (sem. domains: 1.5 - Plant, 1.5.3 - Grass, herb, vine, 2.5.7.3 - Medicinal plants.)