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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Uray (Filipino); Amaranth; Pigweed; Spiny amaranth (English)
Local name: Kolites
Indication: for lactation
Plant part used: young leaves
Method of Preparation: Prepare as vegetable salad.
Direction for use: New mothers: Eat the salad as often as possible.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Pajarillo; Delia (Negros Occidental; Victorias; Brgy VI; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Negros Occidental

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