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Alpinia elegans (C.Presl) K.Schum. Print

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Family Zingiberaceae
Common name: Tagbak (Filipino)
Local name: Tagbak
Indication: antidote for snakebite
Plant part used: stem
Method of Preparation: Cut stem in desired size and rub on the bitten part. Pound some stem and bandage on the bitten area.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Manoza; Felipe (Quezon; Gumaca; Brgy. Buensuciso; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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