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Family Zingiberaceae Ginger Family
Common name: Luya (Filipino); Ginger; Garden ginger (English)
Local name: Luya
Indication: pasma
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound 2-3 leaves and soak in wine. Rub on the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Alpay; Santiago (Quezon; Mauban; Bagong Bayan; Brgy. Tapukan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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