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Family Moringaceae moringas
Common name: Malunggay (Filipino); Horse radish (English)
Local name: Marunggay
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Wrap a handful of the leaves (50-50) with a banana leaf. Broil and add salt. Apply it as a poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sumang; Lourdes (Kalinga Apayao; Tabuk; Bulanao; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Kalinga

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