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Gliricidia sepium(Jacq.) Kunth Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Kakawate (Filipino); Quickstick (English)
Local name: Madre de kakaw
Indication: diuretic
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Apply as poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Silvano; Alfonsa (Albay; Tiwi; Lipho; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Albay

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