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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Paladotsina
Indication: athlete's foot
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound or crush and apply as poultice to affected foot.
Direction for use: Adults: Do it everyday as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: De Baclor; Maria vda. (Capiz; Pontevedra; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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