Blumea balsamifera(L) DC
 
Blumea balsamifera(L) DC
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Family:
Asteraceae sunflowers; tournesols
Common name:
Sambong (Filipino); Blumea camphor; Ngai camphor(English)
Local name:
Alibhon (Ceb.)
Indication:
beri-beri
Plant part used:
leaves
Method of Preparation:
Crush a handful of leaves. Wrap in banana leaf and heat over flame. Use this to sponge the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use:
Adults: Sponge as needed.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Angco; Hermogena (Camiguin; Mambajao; Town Proper; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Camiguin