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Family Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes
Common name: Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English)
Local name: Paliya
Indication: dewormer
Plant part used: (a) leaves; (b) seeds
Method of Preparation: Cook a handful of seeds for 2 hours until soft. Add ampalaya leaves.
Direction for use: As desired.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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