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(a) Plectranthus scutellarioides(L.) R. Br. (b) Tamarindus indicaL. Print

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Family (a) Lamiaceae mints; menthes (b) Fabaceae peas; legumes
Common name: (a) Mayana (Filipino) (b) Sampalok (Filipino); Tamarind (Engllish)
Local name: (a) kapa dela reyna with (b) sambak
Indication: swelling chest
Plant part used: (a) leaves (b) leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves from the plants mentioned. Collect juice and rub directly on the chest.
Direction for use: Adults: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Esparis; Youra (Masbate; Malinta; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Mindoro

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