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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 or tangad
Indication: hypertension
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil and drink decoction.
Direction for use: Agua tiempo.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Arrabis; Dionisio (Cebu; ; ; ) (b) Genobiagon; Vicenta (Cebu; ; ; ) & (c ) Inot; Ignacia (Cebu; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cebu

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