Calotropis gigantea(L.) W.T. Aiton
Calotropis gigantea(L.) W.T. Aiton
Family:
Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name:
Kapal-kapal (Filipino); Giant milkweed (English)
Local name:
Buton
Indication:
diseases of the spleen
Plant part used:
leaves
Method of Preparation:
Heat leaves. Add coconut oil. Apply as warm poultice.
Direction for use:
All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Manoza; Felipe (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Buensuciso; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
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Date abstracted:
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Province:
Quezon