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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name: Amapalayang-ligaw or ampalaya
Indication: antipyretic
Plant part used: ripe fruits
Method of Preparation: Slice the ripe fruits into small pieces and soak in coconut oil. Expose it under the sun.
Direction for use: Children: Drink 1 tsp. 3x a day. Adults: Drink 1 tbsp. 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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