Family |
Cucurbitaceae gourds; squashes; citrouilles; gourdes |
Common name: |
Ampalaya (Filipino); Bittergourd; Balsampear (English) |
Local name: |
Amapalayang-ligaw or ampalaya |
Indication: |
pulmonary disease |
Plant part used: |
leaves |
Method of Preparation: |
Pound leaves; collect juice and add egg yolk. Mix thoroughly and place on pieces of cloth. Use as poultice on chest and back. |
Direction for use: |
All ages: Apply as needed. |
Additional information: |
Not provided |
Informant: |
Forneste; Justino (Quezon; Catanauan; Brgy. Poblacion; ) |
Place gathered: |
Not provided |
Gathered by / Date gathered: |
Not provided |
Abstracted by: |
Not provided |
Date abstracted: |
Not provided |
Province: |
Quezon |