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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 (Ceb.)
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil leaves in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: delos Reyes; Francisca (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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