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Colocasia esculenta(L.) Schott Print

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Family Araceae Arums
Common name: Gabi (Filipino); Taro; Coco yam; Wild taro (English)
Local name: Linsa
Indication: athlete's foot
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat the leaves over flame. Mix with coconut oil. Crush and rub directly on the foot.
Direction for use: Adults: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Pontillas; Vito (Masbate; Placer; Town Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Masbate

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