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Calotropis gigantea(L.) W.T. Aiton Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Kapal-kapal (Filipino); Giant milkweed (English)
Local name: Bitoon
Indication: abscesses
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Bruise leaves and apply leaves on wounds and abscesses.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Geraldoso; Candido (Bohol; ; ; ) & (b) Omak; Paula (Bohol; Bilar; Roxas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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