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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Uray (Filipino); Amaranth; Pigweed; Spiny amaranth (English)
Local name: Taikura puti
Indication: measles
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Soak a handful of finely chopped roots in 3 glasses of water. Drink infusion.
Direction for use: Adolescent/Adults: Drink 1 glass 3x a day. Children: 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Kasim; Salasiya (Sulu; Jolo; Asturias St.; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

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