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(a) Plectranthus scutellarioides(L.) R. Br. (b) Not provided Print

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Family (a) Lamiaceae mints; menthes (b) Not provided
Common name: (a) Mayana (Filipino) (b) Maragaya
Local name: (a) Mayana (puti) mix with (b) maragaya
Indication: measles
Plant part used: (a) leaves (3 pcs.) (b) leaves (3 pcs.)
Method of Preparation: Mix and pound. Apply as poultice on the forehead.
Direction for use: Children ( 1 - 5 mos. ): Apply 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga

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