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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Tapolanga
Indication: pus (hubag)
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Apply as poultice to affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Villanueva; Lolita (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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