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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luyang Dilaw (Filipino); ; Common (English)
Local name: Dilaw
Indication: skin allergy
Plant part used: rhizomes
Method of Preparation: Broil the rhizomes then powder and dissolve in coconut oil. Smear on the infected area.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply smear as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Diolata; Leopoldo (Quezon; General Luna; Brgy. San Nicolas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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