The plant shown in the image is commonly identified as Indian borage, also known as Cuban oregano, Mexican mint, Spanish thyme, or Plectranthus amboinicus (synonym: Coleus amboinicus). It is an aromatic, fleshy-leaved herb widely used in traditional medicine and cooking…
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