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Family Myrtaceae myrtles; myrtaces; myrtles; myrtaces
Common name: Bayabas (Filipino); Guava; Abas; Goyavier; Guabang; Kautonga; Kuahpa (English)
Local name: Guava
Indication: itchiness
Plant part used: fresh mature leaves
Method of Preparation: Wash 7 mature leaves and boil in 3 cups of water for 10 minutes till water turns yellowish brown.
Direction for use: All ages: Wash affected part with decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Hampay; Maria (Ifugao; Lagawe; Burnay; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ifugao

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