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Family Moraceae mulberries
Common name: Langka (Filipino); Jackfruit (English)
Local name: Langka (Ilk.)
Indication: skin diseases
Plant part used: dried leaves
Method of Preparation: Burn a handful of leaves to get the ash. Rub it on the affected area.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Hernandez; Gerinio (Kalinga Apayao; Tabuk; Calanan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Kalinga

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