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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Palotsina or sunting (Ceb.)
Indication: ringworm
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound the leaves and extract juice. Apply juice on the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Sellado; Alfredo (Davao; ; ; ) & (b) delos Reyes; Francisca (Davao; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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