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Unidentified

Carex sp.

Skin

Sedges Height: Not provided Leaves: The leaves of Carex comprise a blade, which extends away from the stalk, and a sheath, which encloses part of the stalk The blade is normally long and flat, but may be folded, inrolled, channelled or absent. The leaves have parallel veins and a distinct midrib. The color of foliage may be green, red, or brown, and "ranges from fine and hair-like, sometimes with curled tips, to quite broad with a noticeable midrib and sometimes razor sharp edges Flowers: The flowers of Carex are small and are combined into spikes, which are themselves combined into a larger inflorescence. Fruits: Not provided

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

For measles, tipdas (Bisaya) tigdas (Tagalog). Preparation: Burned dried leaves or Incense- Obtain about a handful of dried leaves of miyadong. Boil the shrimp's shell in a glass of water.. Part used: Dry mature leaves

Preparation

Burned dried leaves or Incense- Obtain about a handful of dried leaves of miyadong. Boil the shrimp's shell in a glass of water.

Location & Habitat

REGION XI (DAVAO REGION), DAVAO DEL SUR, SANTA CRUZ, Forest

Research

UPM, UP Baguio, Oriental Mindoro Medical Society, Mangyan Heritage Center, WMSU and UP Mindanao: Phase II Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Selected Ethnolinguistic Group: The TAGABAWA BAGOBO people of Sitio Todaya, Sta. Cruz, Sibulan, Davao del Sur and Old Bulatukan and Lucatong, Makilala, North Cotabato

Quick Info

Scientific Name
Carex sp.
Local Name
Unidentified
Family
Cyperaceae
Category
Skin
Date Collected
Jun 28, 2026