Barbados Nut Oil, has several other common names, including physic nut, tuba-tuba, and purge nut, but it is most widely known as Barbados Nut Oil.
Externally has been used for various types of rashes, effective against scabies and dermatitis, known to aid in various types of skin parasites.
It has insecticidal - and fungicidal properties;
Externally used for wounds, skin diseases, rheumatism, gum boils, ant to control bleeding and produce an airtight film over broken or festering skin (latex).