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Family Asteraceae sunflowers; tournesols
Common name: Amarillo (Filipino); Marigold; Aztec marigold; French marigold (English)
Local name: Amarillo
Indication: indigestion
Plant part used: leaves and flowers
Method of Preparation: Grease leaves and flowers with coconut oil. Heat over flame. Squeeze to express juice out and apply on the abdomen.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Juan; Leonora (Palawan; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Palawan

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