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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Antulanga or Atwanga
Indication: boil
Plant part used: flower
Method of Preparation: Pound 1-2 flowers. Apply as poultice on affected parts.
Direction for use: All ages: Daily until healed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Onque; Atanacio (Siquijor; Larena; Sandugan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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