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Musa X paradisiacaL. (pro sp.) Print

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Family Musaceae banana
Common name: Saging (Filipino); Banana; Plantain; French plantain (English)
Local name: Saging
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat leaves over flame. Grease with oil and apply directly on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Camota; Luciano (Davao; Samal; Brgy. Alimbay; ) (b) Anton; Mateo (Davao; ; ; ) & (c ) Ruperos; Leoncia (Davao; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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