Cyperus latifolius

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Cyperus latifolius Poir.

Cyperaceae

  • Sedge (genus) includes Papyrus- Flat- Nut- and Umbrella-Sedges and Galingales.
  • gome rekhav-'alim
  • גֹּמֶא רְחַב-עָלִים

Geophyte

  • Disturbed habitats
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Cyperus latifolius Poir.

System/State Traditional
Complaint/Use
Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/ Administration
Parts Used
Source
Repellant

Repell mosquitoes

Repellent

Burn dried plant. Smell repells mosquitoes & drives them away.

Aerial parts Z
Ritual/ Ceremonial

Incense in churches & mosques

Incense

Burn dried plant which has a pleasant scent.

Aerial parts Z

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