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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: Dalapot
Indication: headache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Apply fresh leaves on temples.
Direction for use: All ages: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: (a) Ongue; Atanacio (Siquijor; Bolos; ; ) & (b) Quilicot; Jesus (Siquijor; Bolos; ; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Siquijor

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