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Mentha X villosaHuds. (pro. sp.) Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Herba buena (Filipino); Peppermint; Hairy mint (English)
Local name: herba buena
Indication: fever
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 7 leaves in 1 glass of water and drink the decoction.
Direction for use: Children: One-third glass 2x a day. Adults: One glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Hiligan; Elpidio (Lanao del Norte; Iligan City; Tag-ibo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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