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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Balanoy (Filipino); Grand basilic; Sweet basil (English)
Local name: Balanoy
Indication: rheumatism
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound the leaves and fry in oil. Sieve and rub as lotion while still hot on the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: All ages: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Fulledo; Prodencia (Quezon; ; Brgy. Mascari?_?a; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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