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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Papaya (lalake)
Indication: appendicitis
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat leaves and poultice just enough to cover the abdomen.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: De Baclor; Maria vda. (Capiz; Pontevedra; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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