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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Balanoy (Filipino); Grand basilic; Sweet basil (English)
Local name: Balanoy
Indication: bowel complaints
Plant part used: roots
Method of Preparation: Boil some pieces of roots in 3 glasses of water to produce 1/2 cup decoction. Cool decoction before drinking.
Direction for use: Children: Drink 2 - 3 tbsp. 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: America; Isaac (Quezon; Alabat; Poblacion; Brgy. 4; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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