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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
Indication: fever
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Put agua florida on 7 fresh leaves. Mash and wrap with cloth. Apply on forehead.
Direction for use: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Ramirez; Eleuterio (Quezon; Perez; Brgy. Pagkakaisa; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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