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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Tuba-tuba
Indication: hernia
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat leaves. Poultice on the affected part while warm. Bandage with a clean cloth.
Direction for use: Every night before bedtime.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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