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Imperata cylindrica(L.) Raeusch. Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Kogon (Filipino); Cogon grass (English)
Local name: Cogon
Indication: kidney trouble
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil at least 4 pieces of roots and drink the decoction
Direction for use: Adult: 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Casa; Linda (South Cotabato; Banga; Bliss; ) & (b) Marata; Nicolas (South Cotabato; Tantangan; Sampaguita; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: South Cotabato

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