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Cheilocostus speciosus(J. Koenig) C.D. Specht Print

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Family Costaceae
Common name: Setawar (Filipino); Spiral ginger; Wild ginger; Crepe-ginger; Cane-reed (English)
Local name: Kabungyan (K.Bis)
Indication: cough
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of rhizome in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: agua tiempo.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Catimpo; Maria (Antique; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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