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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Talahib (Filipino); Wild sugarcane (English)
Local name: Silo
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: young shoot
Method of Preparation: Bruise young shoots; add lime and use as poultice on the abdomen.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ritual; Angel (Quezon; Aurora; San Luis; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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