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Imperata cylindrica

Imperata cylindrica (L.) P.Beauv.


Family Poaceae
Local Name Cogon
Habit Herb (Grass)
Habitat Terrestrial
Special Notes Asexually propagated
Ethnobotanical Uses MEDICINAL: roots are used for cleansing kidneys;
Collected from San Pascual, Tuba, Benguet, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
Collector(s) Alinio, Balmeo, Cadag, Cadaweng, Velayo
Identification Verified By Ariane B. Tan-(n/a)-(Imperata cylindrica (L.) Beauv.)-(APNI)

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