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Alternanthera ficoidea var. bettzickiana(Regel) Backer Print

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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Kutsarita (FIlipino); Calicoplant (English)
Local name: Cutcharita
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and rub over the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Amos; Paz (Samar; West; Brgy.no. 6 Wright; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Samar

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