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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 water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: Use as substitute for water.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Diolata; Leopoldo (Quezon; General Luna; Brgy. San Nicolas; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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