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Sesbania grandiflora(L.) Pers. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Katuray (Filipino); Vegetable hummingbird (English)
Local name: Gaway-gaway (Ceb.)
Indication: diphtheria
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Scrape the bark and pound. Rub on tongue and gum.
Direction for use: All ages: apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Solis; Roberto (Agusan del Norte; Butuan City; Ampayon; )
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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