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Hyptis suaveolens(L.) Poit. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Suob-kabayo (Filipino); Bush-tea-bush; Pignut (English)
Local name: Bangbangsit ( Ilk.)
Indication: loose bowel movement
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of roots in 2 cups of water until 1/2 cup remains. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: 1/2 glass twice a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Paguinigan; Encamacion (Cagayan; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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