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Macaranga tanarius(L.) Mll. Arg. Print

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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Binunga (Filipino); Parasol leaf tree (English)
Local name: Sabawil
Indication: hemorrhage
Plant part used: fresh vine
Method of Preparation: Cut 1 inch length of vine and chew it; then blow to the wounds to stop bleeding.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cipriano; Tirso (Benguet; Tuba; ; ;)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Benguet

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