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Family Solanaceae nightshades; solanaces
Common name: Tabako (Filipino); Tobacco; Cultivated tobacco (English)
Local name: Tabako
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Grease leaves with oil and apply on the stomach as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply poultice as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Mercado; Esperanza (Leyte; Tanauan; Brgy. Canramos; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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