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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kapok (Filipino); White satin cotton tree; White silk-cotton tree; Kapoktree; Silk cotton tree (English)
Local name: Kapas (Ibn.)
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Grease the leaves with oil; heat gently over the flame and apply on the affected part.
Direction for use: All ages: As the need arises.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Guddaran; Antonino (Cagayan; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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