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(a) Triumfetta rhomboideaJacq. (b) Mimosa pudicaL. Print

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Family (a) Malvaceae mallows; mauves (b) Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: (a) Kulotkulot (Filipino); Chinese burr; Burr bush; Paroquet bur; Diamond burrbark (English) (b) Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: (a) Kulotkulot mixed with (b) makahiya
Indication: continuous bleeding before delivery
Plant part used: roots for both
Method of Preparation: Crush a handful of fresh leaves and apply to burned skin. Do not wet the damage part before applying.
Direction for use: All ages: apply daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ifugao

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