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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Tubo (R. Bis.)
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound 2 leaves. Apply as poultice to the affected area.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Galima; La Paz (Romblon; Tablas Island; Alcantara; Brgy. Tugdan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Romblon

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