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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Kaporko
Indication: ringworm
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and rub on the affected skin after bath.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Razo; Pedro (Quezon; ; ; ) (b) Osila; Stella (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Bayanihan; ) (c ) Aurellano; Montano (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Abuyon; ) & (d) Manoza; Felipe (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Buensuciso; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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