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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: Sulanga
Indication: ulcer
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil the roots in 4 glasses of water to produce 1 glass of decoction and drink.
Direction for use: Take 1 glass a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Tamandan; Samperon (South Cotabato; Norala; Kapaya; ) & (b) Sampalon; Sioning (South Cotabato; Sto. Nino; Lopez Jaena; )
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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