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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: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil roots in 3 glasses of water to produce one glass and drink the decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Manding; Antonio (Bohol; ; ; ) & (b) Metukwa; Diosdado (Bohol; Baclayon; Tagihon; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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