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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: Agra-vina
Indication: irregular menstruation
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in 3 glasses of water to produce 1 glass decoction. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adult: Drink 1/2 glass decoction daily.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Miranda; Lucio (Pangasinan; Lingayen; Brgy. Tonton; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

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