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Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl. Print

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Family Lythraceae
Common name: Hikau-hikauan (Filipino)
Local name: Elepante
Indication: skin diseases
Plant part used: young leaves
Method of Preparation: Rub leaves on the skin.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Leyson; Rosita (Leyte; Baybay; Baybay South Central
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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