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Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Palong-manok (Filipino); Cockscomb; Crested cock's comb (English)
Local name: Tapay-tapay
Indication: skin diseases
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound and poultice on the affected areas.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Hagos; Melquidisa (Lanao del Norte; Kauswagan; Libertad; )
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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