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Family Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes
Common name: Tubang Bakod (Filipino); Big purge nut; Physic nut; Barbados nut (English)
Local name: Tuba
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: branch
Method of Preparation: Scrape the branch and heat over flame. Rub on the affected area.
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Demetrio; Acosta (Albay; Bucacay; Cagraray; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Albay

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