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Bambusa bambos(L.) Voss Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kawayan (Filipino); Bamboo; Thorny bamboo (English)
Local name: Kawayan (Ceb.)
Indication: gonorrhea
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Chop roots and boil in 3 glasses of water to produce 1/2 glass decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: delos Reyes; Francisca (Davao; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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