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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luya (Filipino); Ginger; Garden ginger (English)
Local name: Dluya (Subanon tribe)
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Pound rhizome and add coconut oil. Rub on the affected part.
Direction for use: Adult: Rub before and after bedtime.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Balis; Alberto (Zamboanga del Sur; Lapuyan; Brgy. Karpo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

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