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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Kakaw
Indication: pasma
Plant part used: seed
Method of Preparation: Roast a handful of seeds and rice. Pound till powdery. Add a glass of hot water and drink.
Direction for use: Adolescent/Adults: Take 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ereno; Camilo (Sorsogon; Gubat; Panagiban; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sorsogon

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