Momordica charantiaL.
 
Momordica charantiaL.
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Family:
Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name:
Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name:
Ampalaya
Indication:
colic
Plant part used:
leaves
Method of Preparation:
Wrap a handful of leaves in banana leaf and heat over live charcoal. Apply on the stomach.
Direction for use:
All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Castillo; Maria (Palawan; Narra; ; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Palawan