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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: Baraniw (Ilk.)
Indication: cough
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush a handful of leaves then mixed with oil. Boil leaves and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply to chest once a day
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Reyes; Florencio (Kalinga Apayao; Rizal; Liwan East; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Kalinga

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