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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: Tanglad w/ Salt
Indication: asthma
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in enough water to produce decoction. Add salt.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Analupa; Jose (Camarines Sur; Calabanga; San Francisco; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Camarines Sur

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