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Fortunella japonica(Thunb.) Swingle Print

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Family Rutaceae rues; rutaces
Common name: Kalamansi (Filipino); Chinese orange; Round kumquat (English)
Local name: Calamansi
Indication: pyorrhea
Plant part used: fruits
Method of Preparation: Cut fruit into halves. Add salt; and rub into the gums.
Direction for use: All ages: 1 - 2 fruits morning and evening.
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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