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Opuntia cochenillifera(L.) P. Mill. Print

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Family Cactaceae cactus
Common name: Dilang-baka (Filipino); Nopal de cochinilla (Spanish)
Local name: Dilang-baka
Indication: eczema
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Wash infected area with vinegar; garlic and salt. Let it dry. Apply leaves as warm poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Capilit; Santos (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Buensuciso; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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