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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 chopped roots in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a)Acevedo; Josefina (Leyte; Palo; Brgy. Naga-Naga; ) (b) Paminano; Lilia (Leyte; Burawen; Brgy. Marbebe; ) (c ) Gada; Rosario (Leyte; Sta. Fe; Brgy. Millara; ) & (d) Pilola; Sacarias (Leyte; Tolosa; Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Leyte

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