Piper betleL.
 
Piper betleL.
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Family:
Piperaceae peppers
Common name:
Ikmo (Filipino); Betel; Betel pepper (English)
Local name:
Gma-an (Subanon tribe)
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:
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Place gathered:
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Gathered by / Date gathered:
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Abstracted by:
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Date abstracted:
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Province:
Zamboanga del Sur