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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Kalabasa (Filipino); Squash; Winter squash (English)
Local name: Babasal
Indication: tinea flava
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze juice. Mix with lime and rub on the affected area(s).
Direction for use: All ages: Two times a day (morning and afternoon).
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Datu; Sarakan Tanan (Lanao del Sur; Tamparan; ; Bo. Lalaboan)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Sur

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