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Calotropis gigantea(L.) W.T. Aiton Print

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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Kapal-kapal (Filipino); Giant milkweed (English)
Local name: Buton
Indication: hernia
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat 1 leaf. Smear coconut oil on the surface. Apply as warm poultice on the abdomen.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Manoza; Felipe (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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