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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Gatas-gatas (Filipino); Australian asthma weed; Pillpod sandmat (English)
Local name: Salimbagat
Indication: sinusitis
Plant part used: whole plant
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in 2 glasses of water for 2 hours. Drink the decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: One-half glass once a day.
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Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
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Province: Lanao del Norte

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