White-flowered kyllinga (English), Anuang (Filipino)
Cyperus kyllingia Endl.
SkinNot provided Height: Not provided Leaves: Not provided Flowers: Not provided Fruits: Not provided
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
For sinnat (Tagabawa). Preparation: Decoction- Boil the different parts altogether in a one full water dipper (tabo in Tagalog). Wait until it boils.. Part used: Leaves with stems | To smoothen new born's skin, para mahamis ang panit sa bag-ong panganak na bata. Preparation: Soaked leaves and aromatic bath-Prepare water-filled pail and soak-in young leaves of different herbal plants prepared.. Part used: Young leaves | For abbas in Tagabawa. Preparation: Infusion- Wash the roots, flower, and leaves. Soak the different plant parts mentioned in a glass of water.. Part used: Flower , Leaves, Roots
Preparation
Decoction- Boil the different parts altogether in a one full water dipper (tabo in Tagalog). Wait until it boils. | Soaked leaves and aromatic bath-Prepare water-filled pail and soak-in young leaves of different herbal plants prepared. | Infusion- Wash the roots, flower, and leaves. Soak the different plant parts mentioned in a glass of water.
Location & Habitat
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Cyperus kyllingia Endl.
- Local Name
- White-flowered kyllinga (English), Anuang (Filipino)
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Category
- Skin
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026