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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Escobilla (Filipino); Yellow Barleria; Arrowleaf sida; Cuban-jute (English)
Local name: Escovilla
Indication: headache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound the leaves and use as poultice on forehead and on nape.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Magno; Simeon (Quezon; San Francisco; ; Brgy. Ibabang Tayuman; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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