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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tuba (Filipino); Croton; Purging croton (English)
Local name: Tuba
Indication: headache
Plant part used: top leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat leaves and grease with oil. Apply on forehead.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Martinez; Juana (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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