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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Kamoteng kahoy (Filipino); Cassava; Manioc; Bitter cassava; Tapioca (English)
Local name: Kamoteng kahoy (Ceb.)
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat 2-3 leaves and apply as poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Manuales; Pascuala (Davao; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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