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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Talahib (Filipino); Wild sugarcane (English)
Local name: Talahib or songsoy
Indication: pyorrhea
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Boil rhizome in water to produce a decoction. Use as mouth wash.
Direction for use: Adults: Gargle as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ritual; Angel (Quezon; Aurora; San Luis; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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