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The potential of imperata cylindrica, a common grass species as a beneficial medicinal plant for humans. The students embarked on a journey of scientific discovery, utilizing various research methodologies to investigate the medicinal properties of this plant. Their findings suggest that imperata cylindrica possesses significant therapeutic potential, with possible applications in treating a variety of health conditions. The study not only contributed to the scientific understanding of this plant but also provided the students with invaluable skills and experiences in the field of scientific research. The benefits extended beyond academic learning, fostering critical thinking, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation for nature and its potential contributions to human health. The students' work serves as a testament to the power of youthful curiosity and the importance of scientific exploration in our everyday lives. Imperata cylindrica which is cogon grass that has many benefits for human health and well-being. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, especially in Asia, to treat conditions like asthma, bleeding, bruises, dysuria, edema, jaundice, nausea, and more. It also possesses digestive, diuretic, styptic, and vermifuge properties, meaning that it can help with digestion, urine flow, blood clotting, and parasite elimination. It also contains osmoprotective compounds that increase intracellular osmosis, allowing water to be drawn into skin cells. This target dehydrated skin and helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also provides impressive long-term moisturising effects. Moreover, imperata cylindrica is rich in nutrients that have antioxidant and other beneficial effects. It contains arundoin, citric acid, cylindrin, fernenol, fructose, glucose, malic acid, oxalic acid, sucrose, and triterpenoids. These nutrients can help with metabolizing energy, enhancing nutrient absorption, protecting against kidney stones.