Philippine Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health

Imperata cylindrica(L.) Raeusch. Print

Back

Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kogon (Filipino); Cogon grass (English)
Local name: Temel
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil proportion of roots in 3 glasses of water to produce decoction.
Direction for use: Adult: Drink 1 glass decoction every morning.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Alagao; Cosme (Pangasinan; Mangaldan; Brgy. Macayug; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

Back