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Family Malvaceae mallows; mauves
Common name: Kakaw (Filipino); Cacao (English)
Local name: Cacao (pula)
Indication: hemorrhage
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 7 pieces in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: agua tiempo.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Lacquia; Adela (Antique; Dao; Abaca; ) & (b) Guardo; Beatriz (Antique; Baybay Sebaste; Zaldivar; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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