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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: Clavo
Indication: swellings
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Squeeze out the juice and massage on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Romagera; Rosario (Lanao del Norte; Kapatagan; Botagon; ) & (b) Casenillo; Leonisa (Lanao del Norte; Salvador; Paniliwad-on; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

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