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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Balanoy (Filipino); Grand basilic; Sweet basil (English)
Local name: Cogong-cogong
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound leaves; add coconut oil and massage on the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: Adults: as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Geraldoso; Candida (Bohol; ; ; ) & (b) Garcia; Felizer (Bohol; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Bohol

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