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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**(K.Bis)
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves. Add egg white and apply as poultice on the stomach.
Direction for use: Adults: apply 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Guardo; Beatriz (Antique; Baybay Sebaste; Zaldivar; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Antique

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