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Family Convolvulaceae morningglories; gloires du matin; morning-glories
Common name: Kamote (Filipino); Sweet potato (English)
Local name: Camote
Indication: anemia
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 3 handfuls of leaves for 3 minutes. Add little vinegar and salt.
Direction for use: Adults: eat 1 cup of boiled leaves everyday.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Guardo; Beatriz (Antique; Baybay Sebaste; Zaldivar; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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