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Bambusa bambos(L.) Voss Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kawayan (Filipino); Bamboo; Thorny bamboo (English)
Local name: Kawayan (K. Bis.)
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil plenty of leaves in just enough water and drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: agua tiempo.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Bacungalio; Tomas (Antique; San Jose; Cunsandan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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