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Family Arecaceae
Common name: Nipa (Filipino); Nipa palm (English)
Local name: Nipa or sasa
Indication: cleansing agent for wounds
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil plenty of leaves in water and use decoction for cleansing.
Direction for use: Adults: Use it as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Vidal; Alberto (Quezon; Mulanay; Brgy. Pakiing; ) & (b) Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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