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Plectranthus amboinicus(Lour.) Spreng. Print

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Family Lamiaceae mints; menthes
Common name: Oregano (Filipino); Mexican mint (English)
Local name: Oregano
Indication: coughs and colds
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 5 leaves if adults/ 3 leaves for children; in just enough water. Drink
Direction for use: All ages: Drink 1 cup 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Oliveros; Bruno (Quezon; Poblacion; Brgy. 6; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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