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Family (b) Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: (a) (b) Bigas (Filipino); Rice grains; Rice (English)
Local name: (a) Anangka (Ilk.) used with (b) rice grains
Indication: paralysis
Plant part used: (a) leaves (b) rice grains
Method of Preparation: Broil 3 handfuls of leaves. Mix with oil and massage. Then pound a handful of broiled rice to apply as poultice at the back.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Laguardia; Pacio (Ilocos Norte; Sarrat; San Antonio; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ilocos Norte

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