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Malvastrum coromandelianum(L.) Garcke Print

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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Babara (Filipino); Threelobe false mallow (English)
Local name: Gagabuten (Ilk.)
Indication: fever
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Broil pounded roots and leaves wrapped with banana leaves.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Laguardia; Pacio (Ilocos Norte; Sarrat; San Antonio; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ilocos Norte

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