Sibuyas-na-pula (Tag.)
Allium ascalonicum L.
DigestiveA low herb Height: Up to 15-50 centimeters high Leaves: Leaves are fistular, terete and glaucous with pointed and subulate tips. Flowers: Pedicles are long, erect, fistular and 20 to 50 centimeters long. Umbels are rounded, 2.5 to 3.5 centimeters diameter, containing many flowers. The pedicels are 1 to 1.5 centimeters long. Sepals are free, ovate-oblong, white or pale lilac, 0.4 to 0.9 centimeter long. Fruits: Not provided
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Panuhot (flatulence), Butod ang tiyan (bloated abdomen). Preparation: Collect enough number of sibuyas dahunan leaves, heat over low fire for 2-3 minutes.. Part used: Leaves
Preparation
Collect enough number of sibuyas dahunan leaves, heat over low fire for 2-3 minutes.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Garden or backyard
Research
Siquijor State College: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health: FOLK HEALING PRACTICES of SIQUIJOR ISLAND: Phase 3
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Allium ascalonicum L.
- Local Name
- Sibuyas-na-pula (Tag.)
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Category
- Digestive
- Collected By
- Jovencio M. Manga (healer); Cesario P. Orong (mangalalap); Edwin D. Castillon (mangalalap)
- Date Collected
- Sep 21, 2018
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.