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Plectranthus amboinicus(Lour.) Spreng. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Oregano (Filipino); Mexican mint (English)
Local name: Oregano
Indication: inflammation
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Apply fresh leaves as poultice on the inflamed part(s) of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Grino; Soledad (Iloilo; Leganes; Brgy. Buntalala; )& (b) Gulmatico; Benjamin (Iloilo; Leganes; Brgy. Guinobatan
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

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