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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Balanoy (Filipino); Grand basilic; Sweet basil (English)
Local name: Balbaw
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves. Add 2 tsp. Of water. Squeeze out the juice.
Direction for use: Adults: Take 1 tsp. every 3 hours. Adults: Take 1/2 tsp. every 3 hours.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Paco; Claudio (Batanes; Uyugan; Brgy. Imnajbu; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Batanes

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