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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: Panaw (Ilk.)
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Chop roots to produce a handful. Boil in 3 glasses of water to produce 1 glass decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass decoction 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Eugenio; Juan (Nueva Ecija; Guimba; ; Bo. Kabaruan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Nueva Ecija

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