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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: tonsilitis
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Extract juice and drop on tonsils. Leaves are applied on neck as poultice.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Visoro; Mamerto (Quezon; Atimonan; Ibaba; Brgy. Malinao; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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