Philippine Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health

Amaranthus spinosusL. Print

Back

Family Amaranthaceae pigweed; amaranthes
Common name: Uray (Filipino); Amaranth; Pigweed; Spiny amaranth (English)
Local name: Taikura puti
Indication: wounds
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves and apply as poultice on wounds.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Kasim; Salasiya (Sulu; Jolo; Asturias St.; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Sulu

Back