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Alpinia galanga(L.) Willd. Print

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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Langkawas (Filipino); Greater galangal (English)
Local name: Langkawas
Indication: ringworm
Plant part used: bulb
Method of Preparation: Boil the bulb. Use the decoction for bathing purposes.
Direction for use: Bath everyday.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Andanar; Pedro (Quezon; Alabat; Brgy. Pambilan Norte; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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