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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tangan-tangan (Filipino); Castor oil plant; Castor bean (English)
Local name: Tangan-tangan
Indication: to control bleeding
Plant part used: exudate
Method of Preparation: Apply latex directly on wounds.
Direction for use: Use as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga

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