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Cynodon dactylon(L.) Pers. Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kawad-kawaran (Filipino); Bermuda grass; Devilgrass; Common bermudagrass (English)
Local name: Kawad-kawad
Indication: bronchitis
Plant part used: roots & stem
Method of Preparation: Boil roots and stem in water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: Children: Drink 1/2 cup 3x a day. Adults: 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Forneste; Justino (Quezon; Catanauan; Brgy. Poblacion; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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