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Family Convolvulaceae morningglories; gloires du matin; morning-glories
Common name: Kangkong (Filipino); Potato vine; Swamp morningglory; Water spinach; Chinese waterspinach (English)
Local name: Kangkong
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves & flowers
Method of Preparation: Pound and poultice leaves and flowers on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: All ages: Apply 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Gutierrez; Ricardo (Iloilo; Sta. Barabara; Roosevelt St.; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

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