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Amorphophallus paeoniifolius(Dennst.) Nicolson Print

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Family Araceae Arums
Common name: Pongapong (Filipino); White spot giant arum (English)
Local name: Bagong
Indication: chronic ulcer
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Cut the rhizome into pieces and pound. Apply as poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Mohamad; Itlom (Sulu; Patikul; Kasalamatan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

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