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Coleus scutellarioides (L.) benth Print

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Family Lamiaceae
Common name: Malaina (Tag.); mayana (Bis.)
Local name: Mayanang pula (Bis.)
Indication: Hubag naay mata (open boils)
Plant part used: Leaves
Method of Preparation: Get 1 handful young leaves and heat for 1-2 minutes. Rub or crush it by hand.
Direction for use: Place on top of the boil and secure with bandage.
Additional information:
Informant: Emiliano Tinae Apiag (healer)
Place gathered: Siquijor Province, Siquijor, Barangay Cantabon, Purok 2
Gathered by / Date gathered: Ando JKE, Herlao IAV
Abstracted by: Ando, JKE
Date abstracted: 27/12/2014
Province: Siquijor, Mount Bandilaan

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