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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Katakatawa
Indication: headache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Broil a leaf over flame. Apply on both temples.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Camaso; Felix (Batanes; Mahatao; Brgy. Uvoy; ) & (b) Meriel; Pedro (Batanes; Mahatao; Brgy. Kaumbakan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Batanes

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