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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Dapdap (Filipino); Indian coral tree; Tiger's claw (English)
Local name: Dapdap
Indication: scabies
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Soak leaves overnight in plain water. Add lukewarm water and wash the affected skin.
Direction for use: Children/Adults: Wash infected skin with the decoction every morning or as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Melitante; Rosita (Leyte; Palo; Brgy. Naga-Naga; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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