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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name: Paria
Indication: ringworm
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze out juice of the leaves. Rub on affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cabelda; Susan (Bontoc; Bontoc; Brgy. Maligcony; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bontoc

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