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Capsicum annuum var. annuumL. Print

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Family Solanaceae nightshades; solanaces
Common name: Siling labuyo (Filipino); Hot pepper; Cayenne pepper (English)
Local name: Katumbal
Indication: cramps
Plant part used: fruits
Method of Preparation: Pound fruits and apply to affected part(s) of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed or apply 3x a day for 3 days.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Villanueva; Lolita (Capiz; Roxas City; Brgy. Tanque; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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