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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Gumamela (Filipino); China rose; Chinese hibiscus; Shoeblackplant (English)
Local name: Antoangga
Indication: mumps
Plant part used: flowers
Method of Preparation: Pound and apply as poultice on the cheeks.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Calderon; Candido (Lanao del Norte; Kolambogan; Poblacion; Usten Heights)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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