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1 Carica papaya L. 2 Uncollected Print

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Family 1 Caricaceae 2 Uncollected
Common name: 1 Melon tree, Papaya (English), Papaya (Filipino) 2 Not provided
Local name: 1 Kapayas (Bisaya) 2 Malagatas
Indication: To increase mother's breastmilk production, pampagatas sa inahan
Plant part used: Roots
Method of Preparation: Decoction-Boil the roots in 1 glass of water.
Direction for use: Drink the decoction once only right after delivery.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Divina Salipad Monan-Mamolongay-a traditional general practitioner in Tagakaolo
Place gathered: Davao del Sur, Malita, Barangay Kilalag, Sitio Kitulali
Gathered by / Date gathered: 02/03/2013
Abstracted by: Cabero JD
Date abstracted: 10/03/2014
Province: Davao - Tagakaolo

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