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Banag (Filipino, Hanunuo Mangyan), Sarsaparilla vine (English)
Smilax bracteata C. Presl
RespiratoryWoody vine Height: Not provided Leaves: Not provided Flowers: Not provided Fruits: Not provided
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Sore eyes. Preparation: Get banag's fresh leaf or leaves with sap.. Part used: Young leaves
Preparation
Get banag's fresh leaf or leaves with sap.
Location & Habitat
MIMAROPA REGION, ORIENTAL MINDORO, MANSALAY
Research
University of the Philippines Manila: Phase II Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health for Selected Ethnolinguistic Groups: The HANUNUO MANGYAN people of Sitio Dangkalan, Barangay San Roque and Sitio Balugo, Barangay Budburan, Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro
Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Smilax bracteata C. Presl
- Local Name
- Banag (Filipino, Hanunuo Mangyan), Sarsaparilla vine (English)
- Family
- Smilacaceae
- Category
- Respiratory
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026
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.