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Sida alnifolia var. alnifolia Print

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Family Malvaceae
Common name: Walis-walisan (Filipino)
Local name: Escoba
Indication: skin diseases (ringworm)
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and collect juice. Apply juice on the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Uyaw; Isabelo (Bohol; Daus; Poblacion; ) & (b) Geraldoso; Candido (Bohol; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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