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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Halo-halo
Indication: insomnia
Plant part used: leaves and roots
Method of Preparation: Soak a handful of leaves and roots in a pail of water. Use infusion for washing the face before bedtime.
Direction for use: All ages: Do it before going to bed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Tanjikol; Mohammad (Tawi-tawi; Sibutu; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Tawi-tawi

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