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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: Nes-nes
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Pound enough bark. Add 2 tsp. of oil. Wrap with a clean piece of cloth. Heat over a flame. Apply on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Alagao; Cosme (Pangasinan; Mangaldan; Brgy. Macayug; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

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