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Family Calophyllaceae
Common name: Bitaog (Filipino); Sweet-scented calophyllum; Mastwood; Alexandrian laurel (English)
Local name: Bitaon
Indication: hernia
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Broil 3 leaves over a burning rice hull. Apply directly to the scrotum.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Rotoni; Gomer (Romblon; Sibuyan Island; Cajidiocan; Brgy. Sugod; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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