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Hyptis suaveolens(L.) Poit. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Suob-kabayo (Filipino); Bush-tea-bush; Pignut (English)
Local name: Loko-loko (K .Bis.)
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: roots and leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil plenty of roots and leaves in just enough water. Drink decoction and at the same time poultice leaves on the stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: as needed. Adults: agua tiempo. All ages: apply poultice 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Datoon; Sterlita (Antique; ; ; ) (b) Puetes; Teresita (Antique; Lawa-an; Sarmiento; ) (c ) Ballescas; Gloria (Antique; ; ; ) (d) Escubanes; Lamberto (Antique; ; ; ) & (e) Quilino; Teresa (Antique; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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