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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: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in enough water to produce a decoction.
Direction for use: All ages: Drink 1/2 glass every 2 hours.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: All herbolarios interviewed (Catanduanes; ; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Catanduanes

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