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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: venereal disease
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil plenty of leaves in water. Use decoction for washing.
Direction for use: Adults: do it 2x a day (morning and afternoon)
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Quimado; Avelina (Antique; San Jose; San Pedro; ) & (b) Santillan; Virginia (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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