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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Sunting (Waray)
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound 3 leaves and apply directly on affected areas.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Habuya; Maria (Samar; West; Brgy.no. 6 Wright; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Samar

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