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Family Bromeliaceae
Common name: Pinya (Filipino); Pineapple (English)
Local name: Pia
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 2 pcs. of leaves with just enough water. Use decoction for washing the wounds.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Canded; Mila (Benguet; Baguio; Loakan; ;)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Benguet

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