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Bambusa bambos(L.) Voss Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kawayan (Filipino); Bamboo; Thorny bamboo (English)
Local name: Kawayan
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil roots in 3 glasses of water. Let 2/3 portion dries out.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Magno; Simeon (Quezon; San Francisco; ; Brgy. Ibabang Tayuman; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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