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Diplazium esculentum(Retz.) Sw. Print

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Family Woodsiaceae cliff ferns
Common name: Pako (Filipino); Edible fern; Vegetable fern (English)
Local name: Pako (Waray)
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil chopped roots in water to produce a decoction
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass decoction once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Paminano; Lilia (Leyte; Burawen; Brgy. Marbebe; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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