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Imperata cylindrica(L.) Raeusch. Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kogon (Filipino); Cogon grass (English)
Local name: Cogon
Indication: tuberculosis
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil leaves in water to produce decoction.
Direction for use: Adult: Drink 1/2 glass 3x a day. Children: Drink infusion once a day. Adult: Drink 1/2 glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Quarteros; Leandra (Bohol; Jogra; Pahina; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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