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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Katangan-tangan
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Boil a chopped bark. Strain. Soak in coconut oil. Apply as poultice on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Makalab; Mona Salam (Lanao del Sur; Marawi City; Madaya Lilod; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Sur

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