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Family Poaceae grasses; gramines
Common name: Mais (Filipino); Corn (English)
Local name: Buhok it mais
Indication: diuretic
Plant part used: dried corn silk
Method of Preparation: One teaspoon is stepped in a cup of boiling water.
Direction for use: Adults: 1 glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Makali; Trinidad (Aklan; Kalibo; Andagao; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Aklan

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