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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: Sale
Indication: hypertension
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in enough water to produce decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1/2 glass decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Felix; Melito (Pampanga; Magalang; San Pablo; ) & (b) Manansala; Rafael (Pampanga; Mabalacat; Mabiga; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pampanga

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