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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Cacao
Indication: hernia
Plant part used: young leaves
Method of Preparation: Poultice young leaves on affected area. Wrap with cloth
Direction for use: Do it before going to bed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Bermesa; Jinie (Cebu; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cebu

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