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Plectranthus amboinicus(Lour.) Spreng. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Oregano (Filipino); Mexican mint (English)
Local name: Oregano
Indication: fever muscle pain
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush a handful of leaves and apply as poultice at the affected area.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Indipan; Dorquio (Ilocos Norte; Pariir; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Ilocos Norte

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