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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Talahib (Filipino); Wild sugarcane (English)
Local name: Talahib or songsoy
Indication: ecbolic
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Cut rhizome into small pieces and soak in wine.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 cup on the first day of menstruation.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Monterey; Basilio (Quezon; Tayabas; Brgy. Tungko; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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