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Codiaeum variegatum(L.) Rumph. ex A. Juss. Print

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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Garden croton (English); San Francisco (Spanish)
Local name: Buenavista (Il. Bis.)
Indication: sore throat
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze the leaves and apply as poultice on the neck.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sumagaysay; Mercedes (Iloilo; Leganes; Guintas)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

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