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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: Hierba buena
Indication: coughs and colds
Plant part used: fresh leaves and stems
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves and stems. Extract the juice and drink.
Direction for use: Infant: Mix with mother milk 1 drop twice a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Palacan; Dominga (Benguet; Baguio City; ; ;)
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Benguet

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