Hyptis atrorubens Poit.

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Chemistry:

Essential oils of the genus Hyptis contain thymol, camphor and citral.

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Whole plant: Decoction employed as a cough medicine by the French Guiana Palikur. Stem and Leaf: Macerated in an infusion with manioc farina for a refreshing drink to calm upset stomach (indigestion). Leaf: Infusion of crushed leaves is drunk for persistent colds.

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Common Names:

FG Creole: ti bombe noir, ti bombe rouge. Surinam: foegoefoegoementi, mintie, voekoe voekoe menti voe boesi.

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