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Vigna unguiculata(L.) Walp. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sitaw (Filipino); String beans; Blackeyed pea (English)
Local name: Hantak (K.Bis)
Indication: colic
Plant part used: seed
Method of Preparation: Pound 7 seeds and add tobacco ash. Rub on the stomach.
Direction for use: Adults: apply once.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Lacquia; Adoracion (Antique; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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