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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name: Ampalaya or Paria
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves; collect juice and drink.
Direction for use: All Ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: delos Reyes; Lilia (Masbate; Milagros; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Masbate

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