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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kapok (Filipino); White satin cotton tree; White silk-cotton tree; Kapoktree; Silk cotton tree (English)
Local name: Boboy (R. Bis.)
Indication: boil
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound top leaves. Add salt and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Rase; Segundino (Romblon; Cajidiocan; Brgy. Taguilos; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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