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Family Arecaceae
Common name: Nipa (Filipino); Nipa palm (English)
Local name: Nipa
Indication: hemorrhoid
Plant part used: stem
Method of Preparation: Chop nipa stem into pieces and squeeze to collect the sap. Rub the sap directly on the rectum.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: delos Reyes; Lilia (Masbate; Milagros; Town Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Mindoro

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