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Caesalpinia sappanL. Print

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Family Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: Sapang (Filipino); Bakkum wood; Sappanwood (English)
Local name: Sappang (Ilk.)
Indication: backache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat leaves then apply as poultice at the back and sides.
Direction for use: Adolescent/adult/65 yrs. & above: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Espita; Fortunato (Kalinga Apayao; Tabuk; Bulanao; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Kalinga

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