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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Palo de china (K .Bis.)
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze 3 leaves and rub on the affected skin.
Direction for use: Adults: apply 3x a day or as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Biadora; Fulgencio (Antique; Pandan; Sta. Fe; ) (b) Presentacion (Antique; ; ; ) (c ) Espanola (Antique; ; ; ) & (d) 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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