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: Dalapot
Indication: cough
Plant part used: leaves; roots
Method of Preparation: Soak both in 3 glasses of water overnight. Drink infusion.
Direction for use: Adults: One glass 3x a day. Children: One-half glass 3x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Not provided
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Lanao del Norte

Back