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Family Bixaceae
Common name: Achuete (Filipino); Annatto (English; Spanish); Lipsticktree; Roucou (English)
Local name: Asiotes
Indication: mumps
Plant part used: fruits
Method of Preparation: Dissolve in water. Rub on cheeks.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Nemis; Socorro (Aklan; Makato; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Aklan

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