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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Papaya
Indication: dog bite
Plant part used: unripe fruit
Method of Preparation: Peel small papaya fruit. Rub on bitten part.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Revadalla; Domingo (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Maligaya; ) & (b) Obar; Minyang (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Tejero; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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