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Cymbopogon citratus(DC.) Stapf Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Tanglad (Filipino); Ginger grass; Lemon grass (English)
Local name: Kamod
Indication: measles
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 3 pieces of roots in 2 glasses of water. Mix with one tbsp. Of mongo seeds. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Demetrio; Acosta (Albay; Bucacay; Cagraray; ) & (b) Vaz; Catalina (Albay; Tabaco; San Miguel; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Albay

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