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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Balatong aso (Filipino); Septicweed (English)
Local name: Balatong aso
Indication: pampasuka (for food poisoning victims)
Plant part used: (a) 5 seeds (b) 10 rhizome (c) 10 fruit
Method of Preparation: Extract juice and drink.
Direction for use: Adults: One cup 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Batangas

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