Philippine Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health

Jatropha curcasL. Print

Back

Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Kasla
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat 4 leaves over flame. Mix with coconut oil. Poultice on the affected part.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Velasco; Juan (Surigao del Norte; Sison; Brgy. Mabuhay; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Surigao del Norte

Back