Family: Primulaceae
Other name: kolen (Ilk.), katagpo (Pamp., Tag.), shoebutton ardisia (Engl.)
Description: A small tree of about 10 meters high Common in primary forests at low and medium up to 1,000 meters altitude. Endemic to the Philippines.
Uses: The fresh leaves are applied to the head for headache. Decoction of young leaves or fresh roots are used for cleansing ulcers and infected wounds.