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Family Cyperaceae sedges; foins coupants; la?ches; rouches; rouchettes
Common name: Mutha (Filipino); Cocograss; Purple nutsedge; Nutgrass (English)
Local name: Barsanga
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: fresh roots and leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil the roots and some leaves in 3 glasses of water; cool before drinking.
Direction for use: Child: 1 glass once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: de Opil; Nicasia (Benguet; Itogon; ; ;)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Benguet

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