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Family Annonaceae custard apples
Common name: Atis (Filipino); Sweet sop; Sugar apple (English)
Local name: Atis
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Rub 3 leaves with coconut oil and heat over charcoal. Apply as poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: Apply as long as stomach pain eased.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Guias; Ramon (Batangas; Cuenca; Brgy. VII; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Batangas

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