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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Palo china
Indication: eczema
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: Change poultice daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Gutierrez; Milagros (Romblon; Magdiwang; Brgy. Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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