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Abelmoschus esculentus(L.) Moench Print

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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Okra (Filipino); Ladies finger (English)
Local name: Okra
Indication: insect bite
Plant part used: young fruit
Method of Preparation: Slice fruit and apply as poultice to affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Villanueva; Lolita (Capiz; Roxas City; Brgy. Tanque; ) & (b) Villanueva; Advincula (Capiz; Sur Ivisan; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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