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Indigofera suffruticosaMill. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Tayum (Filipino); Anil de pasto (English)
Local name: Tayom or tayong
Indication: erysipelas
Plant part used: dried leaves
Method of Preparation: Burn leaves. Collect ash and mix with coconut oil. Apply on the infected area.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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