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Musa X paradisiacaL. (pro sp.) Print

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Family Musaceae banana
Common name: Saging/puso (Filipino); Banana; Plantain; French plantain (English)
Local name: Puso-sahing
Indication: galactagogue
Plant part used: fruit (puso)
Method of Preparation: Cut puso into pieces and cook w/ coconut milk. Add a pinch of salt & eat as an ordinary vegetable.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Adil; Nina (Sulu; Siasi; Manubul; Manubul Proper)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

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