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Abelmoschus esculentus(L.) Moench Print

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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Okra (Filipino); Ladies finger (English)
Local name: Okra
Indication: aphrodisiac
Plant part used: young leaves
Method of Preparation: Dry 2 leaves and place it in a glass of hot water. Drink the infusion.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass of infusion 3x a day.
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

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