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Family Piperaceae peppers
Common name: Ikmo (Filipino); Betel; Betel pepper (English)
Local name: Buyo
Indication: goiter
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush the leaves and heat over flame. Add coconut oil and apply as poultice on the affected part.
Direction for use: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
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Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

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