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Family Annonaceae
Common name: Hilagak (Filipino); Susong-kalabaw (Tagalog)
Local name: Alupa (Ilk.)
Indication: itchy skin
Plant part used: roots and bark
Method of Preparation: Soak a handful of roots and bark in a bottle of coconut oil. Use the oil to massage the affected area.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ablug; Anita (Cagayan; Aparri; Brgy. San Antonio; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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