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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name: Ampalaya or Marigoso (Waray)
Indication: vermifuge
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Extract juice and drink.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink juice as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Mercado; Esperanza (Leyte; Tanauan; Brgy. Canramos; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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