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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: stomach trouble
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil a handful of leaves in 5-6 glasses of water to produce decoction for about 30 minutes. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink as tea.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Sumido; Paz (Catanduanes; San Andres; Cumagaycay; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Catanduanes

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