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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: San Francisco (Ceb.)
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: fresh leaves
Method of Preparation: Dry 7-8 leaves. Add coconut oil on leaves and apply as poultice on the affected part(s) of the body.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Yparraguirre; Corazon (Davao; Davao City; Caliman Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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