Philippine Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health

Centella asiatica(L.) Urb. Print

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Family Apiaceae
Common name: Takip-kohol (Filipino); Indian hydrocotyle; Spadeleaf (English)
Local name: Kalabasang karam
Indication: athlete's foot
Plant part used: whole plant
Method of Preparation: Pound a whole plant and apply as poultice on affected part every night.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Batanes

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