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Alpinia elegans (C.Presl) K.Schum. Print

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Family Zingiberaceae
Common name: Tagbak (Filipino)
Local name: Tagbak
Indication: boil
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound top leaves and use as poultice on boils.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Vidal; Alberto (Quezon; Mulanay; Brgy. Pakiing; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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