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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Balatong aso (Filipino); Septicweed (English)
Local name: Kamantulan
Indication: insanity
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush leaves. Mix with salt. Apply on the temple.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply 4x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Rotoni; Gomer (Romblon; Sibuyan Island; Cajidiocan; Brgy. Sugod; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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