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Plectranthus amboinicus(Lour.) Spreng. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Oregano (Filipino); Mexican mint (English)
Local name: Clavo
Indication: bronchitis
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Broil 4 handful of leaves in a piece of clean cloth. Squeeze out the juice and drink.
Direction for use: Adolescent/Adults: 3 tbsp. 3x a day. Child: 1 tsp. 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Harana; Agido (Masbate; Malinta; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Masbate

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