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Cymbopogon citratus(DC.) Stapf Print

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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Tanglad (Filipino); Ginger grass; Lemon grass (English)
Local name: Tangyad (Surigainon)
Indication: high blood pressure
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Cut 5 pieces of roots. Boil in 3 glasses of water. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adult: One glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Gealan; Perlina (Surigao del Norte; Dapa; Brgy. Dagohong; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Surigao del Norte

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