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Family Myrtaceae myrtles; myrtaces; myrtles; myrtaces
Common name: Bayabas (Filipino); Guava; Abas; Goyavier; Guabang; Kautonga; Kuahpa (English)
Local name: Guava
Indication: itchiness
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Wash a handful of guava leaves thoroughly and boil with 3 cups of water. Wet cotton with decoction and wash itchy part before bad time.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ewik; Miguel (Ifugao; Mayoyao; Bongan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ifugao

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