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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Kapaya
Indication: abortifacient
Plant part used: seed
Method of Preparation: Pulverize dried seeds. Pour in a glass of water and stir. Drink the mixture.
Direction for use: Adults: Once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Felix; Melito (Pampanga; Magalang; San Pablo; ) & (b) Manansala; Rafael (Pampanga; Mabalacat; Mabiga; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pampanga

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