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Family Myrtaceae myrtles; myrtaces; myrtles; myrtaces
Common name: Bayabas (Filipino); Guava; Abas; Goyavier; Guabang; Kautonga; Kuahpa (English)
Local name: Bayawas
Indication: toothache
Plant part used: young leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil the finely chopped leaves and make it as a mouthwast.
Direction for use: Adults: Mouthwash first before eating something solid.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Tablizo; Aurelio (Catanduanes; Virac; Rawis; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Catanduanes

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