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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Papaya (male)
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound fresh leaves and add coconut oil. Apply as poultice.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Astoreza; Catalina (Quezon; Genral 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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