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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luyang Dilaw (Filipino); ; Common (English)
Local name: Dulao (Waray)
Indication: gas pain
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Pound a rhizome and apply directly on the abdomen.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Abaracoso; Francisco (Samar; Hinabanga; Brgy. Limnao; ) & (b) Aguilar; Teresita (Samar; Catbalogan; Brgy. Mercedes; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Samar

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