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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: bark
Method of Preparation: Heat bark and bandage to the sprained part(s) of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed or apply 3x a day for 3 days.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Baes; Aurora (Capiz; Pan-ay; Ilawad; Poblacion) & (b) Bermejo; Benito (Capiz; Pan-ay; Brgy. Cabugao Este; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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