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Abelmoschus esculentus(L.) Moench Print

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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Okra (Filipino); Ladies finger (English)
Local name: Okra
Indication: boil
Plant part used: young fruit
Method of Preparation: Pound the young fruit. Apply and add little soap as paste on boils.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Villanueva; Virginia (Aklan; Kalibo; C. Roldan St.; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Aklan

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