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Artocarpus heterophyllusLam. Print

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Family Moraceae mulberries
Common name: Langka (Filipino); Jackfruit (English)
Local name: Langka
Indication: acne
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Burn 3-4 leaves. Add a few drops of oil to the ash. Apply to the infected area.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Saciana; Andres (Cagayan; Mira; Sanchez; Centro; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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