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Family Basellaceae
Common name: Alugbati (Filipino); Malabar nighshade; Ceylon spinach (English)
Local name: Alogbate
Indication: pus (nana)
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Rub leaves to affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Barrios; Josefina (Capiz; Roxas City; Brgy. Tanque; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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