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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: antipyretic
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound and add calamansi juice; use as poultice on chest; forehead; sole and stomach.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Libao; Eusebio (Quezon; Catanauan; Brgy. Ibabang Tagbakin; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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