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Family Caricaceae papayas
Common name: Papaya (Filipino); Melon tree; Papaya; Pawpaw (English)
Local name: Kapayan (Il. Bis.)
Indication: kibol (Il.Bis.) or kalyo (Tag.)
Plant part used: latex
Method of Preparation: Apply latex on corns.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Prutedo; Felicisima (Iloilo; Leganes; Guintas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

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