Bulabangkal (Bis.)
Nauclea orientalis L.
SkinA smooth tree Height: 7 to 16 meters high Leaves: Leathery, elliptic to oblong-ovate, 11 to 25 centimeters long, blunt-tipped and rounded or heart-shaped at the base. Flowers: Flowers heads are solitary, peduncles and terminal, 4 to 5 centimeters in diameter; fragrant, round, yellow or orange with white spikes. Fruits: The fruit is connate into an indehiscent globose syncarp.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Kagid (scabies) at Nuka-nuka (sores). Preparation: Collect 9 leaves, boil in 1 liter of water for 10 minutes and mix to the bathwater.. Part used: Leaves
Preparation
Collect 9 leaves, boil in 1 liter of water for 10 minutes and mix to the bathwater.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Lowland areas, riverine areas. | REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Lowland areas, riverine areas.
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
- Nauclea orientalis L.
- Local Name
- Bulabangkal (Bis.)
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Category
- Skin
- Collected By
- Jovencio M. Manga (healer); Cesario P. Orong (mangalalap); Edwin D. Castillon (mangalalap)
- Date Collected
- Jul 20, 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.