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Centella asiatica(L.) Urb. Print

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Family Apiaceae
Common name: Takip-kohol (Filipino); Indian hydrocotyle; Spadeleaf (English)
Local name: Yahong-yahong (Waray)
Indication: measles
Plant part used: leaves or whole plant
Method of Preparation: Pound the leaves or whole plant and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Abaguin; Julia (Samar; West; Brgy.no. 1 Motiong; ) & (b) 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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