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Basilicum polystachyon (L.) Moench Print

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Family Lamiaceae
Common name: Loktokong (Filipino); Musk-basil (English); Moras
Local name: Bawing
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Grease the leaves with oil. Heat; and apply as poultice.
Direction for use: Adults: Poultice as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Cacatian; Lourdes (Palawan; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Palawan

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