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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Makahiya (Filipino); Touch-me-not; Shameplant (English)
Local name: Makahiya
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves. Mix with coconut oil. Wrap in a banana leaf. Heat over flame and apply not on the abdomen.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Abaguin; Julia (Samar; West; Brgy.no. 1 Motiong; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Samar

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