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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: Herba-buena
Indication: muscular pain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Use leaves as poultice on the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Solana; Perla (Iloilo; Guimaras; Buenavista; Salvacion) & (b) Villanueva; Luz (Iloilo; Guimaras; Buenavista; Sto. Rosario; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

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