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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luyang Dilaw (Filipino); ; Common (English)
Local name: Dulao
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and apply on the affected area as poultice.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply poultice 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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