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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Balatong aso (Filipino); Septicweed (English)
Local name: Tambalisa
Indication: antidote for food poisoning
Plant part used: fruits; seeds or roots
Method of Preparation: Chop roots into pieces. Soak in coconut oil (derived from 7 nuts).
Direction for use: Children & Adults: 1 tbsp. every morning before breakfast.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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