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Vigna unguiculata(L.) Walp. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sitaw (Filipino); String beans; Blackeyed pea (English)
Local name: Batong (Ceb.)
Indication: to remove the swallowed coin or any small objects.
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush leaves and rub thoroughly on throat.
Direction for use: All ages: Do it until the object swallowed is remove.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: delos Reyes; Francisca (Davao; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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