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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Akapulko (Filipino); Ringworm shrub; Emperor's candlesticks (English)
Local name: Kasitas
Indication: skin diseases like ringworm; etc.
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound the leaves and rub on the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Encinares; Teofista (Sorsogon; Barcelona; Napapac; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sorsogon

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