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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Kasla
Indication: sprain
Plant part used: leaves & bark
Method of Preparation: Scrape and heat. Apply on sprain.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Masay; Marianita (South Cotabato; Marbel; Koronadal; Caloocan)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: South Cotabato

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