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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Nipai (Filipino); Cowhage; Cowitch (English)
Local name: Nipay (K .Bis.)
Indication: aphrodisiac
Plant part used: hairs from fruit
Method of Preparation: Boil fruit hairs and strain. Drink.
Direction for use: Adults: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sale; Anselmo (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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