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Family Cyperaceae sedges; foins coupants; la?ches; rouches; rouchettes
Common name: Mutha (Filipino); Cocograss; Purple nutsedge; Nutgrass (English)
Local name: Undan or mutha
Indication: vermifuge
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil 1 cup roots in 3 glasses of water to produce 1 cup decoction.
Direction for use: Children: Take 3-4 tbsp. once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Revadalla; Domingo (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Maligaya; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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