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Mentha X villosaHuds. (pro. sp.) Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Herba buena (Filipino); Peppermint; Hairy mint (English)
Local name: Hilbas or herbas (Ceb.)
Indication: earache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Extract juice and drop into the aching ear.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Canete; Veronica (Davao; ; ; ) (b) Agapay; Maria (Davao; ; ; ) & (c ) Idillon; Consuelo (Davao; Pob. Sta. Cruz; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Davao

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