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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Andebaeng
Indication: insect bite
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Pound enough roots. Mix with oil. Apply as poultice on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Fernandez; Anita (Pangasinan; West; Brgy. Libsong; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

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