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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: Gabon
Indication: over fatigue
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush a handful of leaves and rub all over the body.
Direction for use: Apply as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Saniel; Rosario (Zamboanga del Sur; Dumalinao; Brgy. Nilo; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

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