Ewe Akintola
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Awolowo leaf, scientifically known as chromolaena odorata, and popularly known as ewe Akintola in the Southwest, is a tropical plant renowned for its medicinal properties. This plant was found in Nigeria in 1960. In most parts of the country, Awolowo leaves are used as animal feed and as fertiliser for farming. It has been given…
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