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Family Solanaceae nightshades; solanaces
Common name: Talumpunay (Filipino); Thorn apple (English)
Local name: Katsubong
Indication: swellings due to toothache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Apply leaves as poultice to cheek.
Direction for use: As needed
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Malumen; Maternidad (Aklan; Madalag; Pang-itan; ) & (b) Mata; Florida (Aklan; Makato; Cayangwan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Aklan

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