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Family Cyperaceae sedges; foins coupants; la?ches; rouches; rouchettes
Common name: Mutha (Filipino); Cocograss; Purple nutsedge; Nutgrass (English)
Local name: Busikad
Indication: teething
Plant part used: rhizome; leaves
Method of Preparation: Soak 5 leaves and 4 rhizome in 1/2 glass of water. Drink the infusion. Change water every 3 days.
Direction for use: Infants: Two tbsp. 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Hiligan; Elpidio (Lanao del Norte; Iligan City; Tag-ibo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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