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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sapang (Filipino); Bakkum wood; Sappanwood (English)
Local name: Sappang (Ilk.)
Indication: removes dirt from eyes
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Crush bark. Then filter juice. Dip clean cloth in juice and apply.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Bautista; Mariano (Ilocos Norte; Nueva Era; ;)
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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