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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Papaya
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and rub on the affected skin.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply after bath.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: 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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