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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luyang Dilaw (Filipino); ; Common (English)
Local name: Dalao (Ilk.)
Indication: to massage a polio patient
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of roots and mix with coconut oil. Use to massage the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Bello; Angeles (Cagayan; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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