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Family Araceae
Common name: Not provided
Local name: Kalawit sa busaw (Talaingod manobo)
Indication: For bangkawon, inflicted by supernatural being
Plant part used: Young or mature leaves
Method of Preparation: Scorched leaves-Obtain a handful of leaves; scorch to fire.
Direction for use: Ash then applied to the affected part.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Datu Ansag Mansimoy-at
Place gathered: Paluga MJD, Ragrario AMM, Millondaga KJI, Cabero JD
Gathered by / Date gathered: 09/05/2013
Abstracted by: Cabero JD
Date abstracted: 10/03/2014
Province: Davao - Talaingod Manobo

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