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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Kamoteng kahoy (Filipino); Cassava; Manioc; Bitter cassava; Tapioca (English)
Local name: Cassava
Indication: cancer
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: Adolescent and above: Drink 1/2 glass decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Aguilar; Teresita (Samar; Catbalogan; Brgy. Mercedes; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Samar

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