Bulak (Bis.)
Gossypium herbaceum L.
SkinAn erect shrubby, much-branched plant. Height: Grows to about 2-3 meters high. Leaves: Leaves are 4 to 8 centimeters in diameter, palmatisect-palmate margins, variously toothed, and heart-shaped at the base. Flowers: Flowers are small and yellow with a purple or pink center. When ripe and in warm weather, the flower capsule will burst and expose the cotton surrounding the seeds firmly.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Bughat (a little more than relapse). Preparation: Boil 1 handful roots and 5 cottonseeds of gapas in a liter of water.. Part used: Roots; Cottonseed
Preparation
Boil 1 handful roots and 5 cottonseeds of gapas in a liter of water.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SAN JUAN, Busland thickets in lowland 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 2
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Gossypium herbaceum L.
- Local Name
- Bulak (Bis.)
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Category
- Skin
- Collected By
- Not provided
- 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.