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Blumea balsamifera(L) DC Print

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Family Asteraceae sunflowers; tournesols
Common name: Sambong (Filipino); Blumea camphor; Ngai camphor(English)
Local name: Sobusob
Indication: pasma
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Pound a handful of leaves. Add 1 tsp. of coconut oil. Apply as poultice on the affected part(s).
Direction for use: Not provided
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Alagao; Cosme (Pangasinan; Mangaldan; Brgy. Macayug; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Pangasinan

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