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Family (a) Euphorbiaceae spurge; euphorbes (b) Musaceae banana
Common name: (a) Tangan-tangan (Filipino); Castor oil plant; Castor bean (English) (b) Abaka (Filipino); Manila hemp; Abaca (English)
Local name: (a) Tangang-tangan mix with (b) abaka
Indication: bleeding wounds
Plant part used: (a) bark (b) leafsheat
Method of Preparation: Mix a handful each of chopped leafsheat and bark. Pound and apply as poultice on the affected area(s).
Direction for 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: Lanao del Norte

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