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Acrostichum heterophyllum L. Print

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Family Pteridaceae
Common name: Pagong-pagongan or Kagpkop (Filipino)
Local name: Pagong-pagong or Kagpkop
Indication: eczema
Plant part used: dried leaves
Method of Preparation: Burn dry leaves & collect ashes. Dissolve in coconut oil and apply on the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Eugenio; Arcadio (Quezon; Catanauan; Brgy. Ilayang Tagbakin; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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