Plant Id : 406
Plant Name : Painted Nettle
Scientific Name : Coleus sp.
Family Name : Lamiaceae
Location : Botanical Garden
Properties : Coleus sp. has been used to treat many common ailments. Most commonly, the Mazatec used this magical herb to treat stomach pains, digestive problems, dysentery, and even elephantiasis. In other parts of the world the plant is used to treat headaches and ulcers and as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy .
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