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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: measles
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil the roots to produce the decoction and sponge the patient.
Direction for use: All ages: Everyday.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Masay; Marianita (South Cotabato; Marbel; Koronadal; Caloocan) & (b) Perez; Tito (South Cotabato; Marbel; Koronadal; Solieta)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: South Cotabato

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