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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Papaya
Indication: eczema
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a leaf. Rub on the affected area after taking a bath.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Dua; Pablita (Surigao del Norte; Placer; Brgy. Sta. Cruz; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Surigao del Norte

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