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Family Myrtaceae myrtles; myrtaces; myrtles; myrtaces
Common name: Bayabas (Filipino); Guava; Abas; Goyavier; Guabang; Kautonga; Kuahpa (English)
Local name: Bayabas
Indication: convulsion
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Grind some pieces of young fresh leaves and make a tincture. Rub on the spine.
Direction for use: Children: Rub 2 x a day or as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Lozano; Magno (Quezon; General Nakar; Brgy. Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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