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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Balonsalih (Manobo)
Indication: wounds
Plant part used: seed
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of seeds into powder form and apply directly on wounds.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Aban; Nene (Agusan del Norte; Santiago; Brgy. Badeng; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Agusan del Norte

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