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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kapok (Filipino); White satin cotton tree; White silk-cotton tree; Kapoktree; Silk cotton tree (English)
Local name: Doldol
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Scrapr thr bark and wrap it with banana leaf. Roast in fire and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Nastor; Benito (South Cotabato; Tantangan; Dumadail; ) & (b) Masay; Marianita (South Cotabato; Marbel; Koronadal; Caloocan)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: South Cotabato

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