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Family Asparagaceae
Common name: Maguey (Filipino); Cantala (English)
Local name: Maguey
Indication: polio
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil leaves in water to produce a decoction. Use decoction for bath.
Direction for use: Children/Adults: Take a bath with the decoction before sleeping.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Paminano; Lilia (Leyte; Burawen; Brgy. Marbebe; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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