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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sampalok (Filipino); Tamarind (Engllish)
Local name: Sampalok
Indication: pasma
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil top leaves in vinegar and use to massage the patient.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Diolata; Leopoldo (Quezon; General Luna; Brgy. San Nicolas; ) & (b) Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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