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Angiopteris?evecta?( Forst. ) Hoffm. Print

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Family Marattiaceae?
Common name: Giant fern (English)
Local name: Malawigay (Tagakaulo)
Indication: To prevent the dislodgement of uterus during delivery , pahinlo sa matris
Plant part used: Roots
Method of Preparation: Decoction-Get a handful of Malawigay roots, boil in a glass of water, let it simmer for a minute.
Direction for use: Drink the decoction before giving birth.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Lionila Sumandil-Mananamok (Tagakaulo)-traditional birth attendant or midwife
Place gathered: Davao del Sur, Malita, Barangay Pinalpalan, Sitio Biao
Gathered by / Date gathered: 20/11/2012
Abstracted by: Cabero JD
Date abstracted: 10/03/2014
Province: Davao - Tagakaolo

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