Banaba (Tag.)
Lagerstroemia speciosa L. Pers.
SkinTree Height: Not provided Leaves: Leaves are oppositely arranged, distichous, simple, entire, stipules minute or absent. Flowers: Flowers are large, axillary or terminal panicle, often showy, calyx funnel or bell shaped. Fruits: Fruit is large, woody capsule on the persistent calyx.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Olbibina (Albuminaria in pregnant woman). Preparation: Pabukal pitung pirasung matwang bulung keng apat a basung danum kilub ning 15 minuto. (Boil 7 pieces of mature leaves in 4 glasses of water for 15 minutes.). Part used: Leaves
Preparation
Pabukal pitung pirasung matwang bulung keng apat a basung danum kilub ning 15 minuto. (Boil 7 pieces of mature leaves in 4 glasses of water for 15 minutes.)
Location & Habitat
REGION III (CENTRAL LUZON), PAMPANGA, MAGALANG, Terrestrial
Research
Pampanga State Agricultural University: Documentation of Traditonal Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health among Ayta Communities in Pampanga
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Lagerstroemia speciosa L. Pers.
- Local Name
- Banaba (Tag.)
- Family
- Lythraceae
- Category
- Skin
- Collected By
- Villanueva, SY Ramos, JI Serrano, JC Valencia, KAM Montero, LR Dumaan, SMO
- Date Collected
- Nov 27, 2019
Medical Disclaimer:
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.