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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: Sambong
Indication: stomachache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Boil 7 leaves in 2 1/2 glasses until 1 glass remain. Drink decoction.
Direction for use: Adult: 1 glass 2x a day. Children 1/2 glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
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Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Marinduque

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