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Family Solanaceae nightshades; solanaces
Common name: Kamatis (Filipino); Tomato (English)
Local name: Kamatis
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Broil a leaf. Wrap in a cloth wet with coconut oil. Place directly on the abdomen.
Direction for use: For children only: Don't remove until loose bowel movement is cured.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ruado; Lita (Romblon; Sibuyan Island; San Fernando; Brgy. Otod; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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