(Euphorbiaceae) Ricinus communis L.

Local name(s): (Hungsa daeng)

Medicinal use(s): to treat rheumatism and cases of hemorroides.

Part(s) used: twig.

Field Characters: 

Locality: Vientiane Municipality, Sysattanak District, Ponpapao Village.

Habitat: Growing on reiverside and in backyards.

Altitude: m asl. 

Collector(s): M. Xayvue

Collection number(s): Xayvue 159

Collection Date: May 16, 1999

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