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Family Cyperaceae sedges; foins coupants; la?ches; rouches; rouchettes
Common name: Mutha (Filipino); Cocograss; Purple nutsedge; Nutgrass (English)
Local name: Tikog-tikog
Indication: diarrhea
Plant part used: rhizome
Method of Preparation: Chew the rhizome and swallow the juice.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Brabanto; Isabel (Masbate; San Jacinto; Town Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Masbate

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