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Plectranthus scutellarioides(L.) R. Br. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Mayana (Filipino)
Local name: Pa-ira
Indication: ear infection
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Heat 5 leaves over a flame. Squeeze out the juice and drop directly to the ear.
Direction for use: All ages: At least 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Diba; Tambali (Lanao del Sur; Marantao; ; Bo. Tuka) & (b) Sultan; Raimbang (Lanao del Sur; Marantao; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Sur

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