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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: Bamboo
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 2 handfuls of leaves in 1 cup of water until 2 tablespoonsful remains. Drink the decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: 2 tbsp. a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Paclibon; Leona (Cagayan; Mira; Sanchez; Centro; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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