Philippine Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health

Blumea balsamifera(L) DC Print

Back

Family Asteraceae sunflowers; tournesols
Common name: Sambong (Filipino); Blumea camphor; Ngai camphor(English)
Local name: Alibhon
Indication: headache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Poultice 7 leaves after massaging the forehead.
Direction for use: Adults: As needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Jalandoni; Victoria (Iloilo; Guimaras; Jordan; Brgy. Sinapsapan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Iloilo

Back