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Family Apocynaceae dogbane; apocyns
Common name: Bulak-damo (Filipino); Wild ipecacuanha; Bloodflower; Hierba de la cucaracha; Scarlet milkweed
Local name: Bulak castila
Indication: febrifuge
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil enough leaves in vinegar. Wash the feet and knees with the decoction. Apply boiled leaves as poultice on forehead and chest.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Melencion; Lourdes (Quezon; ; Brgy. Guinhawa; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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