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Pittosporum pentandrum(Blanco) Merr. Print

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Family Pittosporaceae pittosporums
Common name: Mamalis (Filipino); Taiwanese cheesewood (English)
Local name: Laswik (Ilk.)
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Soak leaves w/ oil. Massage on the affected area.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply oil 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Velasco; Flora (Nueva Ecija; Cuyapo; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Nueva Ecija

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