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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: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Blanch 10-15 young leaves (especially the red ones) and eat.
Direction for use: All ages: Eat as a vegetable. Include in the menu for 3-4 times a week.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Velchez; Ireneo (Catanduanes; Pandan; Togtog; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Catanduanes

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