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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Cacao
Indication: liver infection (early stage)
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 3 - 7 leaves in 3 glasses of water to produce 1 glass of decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Osila; Stella (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Bayanihan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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