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Urena lobata L. Print

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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Dalupang (Filipino); Caesarweed; Hibiscus burr (English); Mangkit (Tagalog)
Local name: Kolot-kolotan
Indication: bruises
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound enough leaves. Squeeze out juice. Rub juice on affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Gomez; Isidro (Pampanga; Mabalacat; Mamatitang; ) & (b) Palma; Palerma (Pampanga; Bacolor; Sta. Inez; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pampanga

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