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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: Saloy-saloy
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: whole plant
Method of Preparation: Boil a chopped whole plant in enough water to produce decoction.
Direction for use: Children: Take 2 tsp. every 2 hours. Adults: 3 tsp. every 2 hours.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Serrano; Julian (Pampanga; Guagua; Maquiapo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pampanga

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