Ilocos Norte : papait

slender carpetweed (Glinus oppositifolius) Family: Molluginaceae

Vernacular Names: papait

Parts utilized as vegetable and availability: leaves, shoots

Habitat: homegarden, ricefield, surroundings, creek

Availability: all year round; dry season

Other uses: dewormer

Dishes:cooked with mungbean, salad



Study site: Brgy. Camandingan, Batac, Ilocos Norte
Brgy. Sumader, Batac, Ilocos Norte
Brgy. San Agustin, San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte


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