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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luyang Dilaw (Filipino); ; Common (English)
Local name: Kalawag (K.Bis)
Indication: disipula
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Scrape rhizome and add lime. Rub on the affected area.
Direction for use: Adults: apply 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Francisco; Dionito (Antique; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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