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Proiphys amboinensis(L.) Herb. Print

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Family Amaryllidaceae
Common name: Tambal (Filipino); Katangal (Bis.)
Local name: Abod
Indication: boil
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves. Add a pinch of salt and apply as poultice on boils.
Direction for use: All Ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sulat; Teofila (Masbate; Uson; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Masbate

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