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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Kaporko
Indication: skin diseases
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and rub on the infected area.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Lojica; Vicente (Quezon; General Luna; Poblacion; Brgy. 5; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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