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Cymbopogon citratus(DC.) Stapf Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Tanglad (Filipino); Ginger grass; Lemon grass (English)
Local name: Tanglad or tangad
Indication: fever
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil leaves for 15 minutes. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: 1/4 glass every 4 hours Children: 1/8 glass every 4 hours.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Mascardo; Paulino (Cebu; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cebu

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