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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: Alibhon (Ceb.)
Indication: beri-beri
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Crush a handful of leaves. Wrap in banana leaf and heat over flame. Use this to sponge the affected parts of the body.
Direction for use: Adults: Sponge as needed.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Angco; Hermogena (Camiguin; Mambajao; Town Proper; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Camiguin

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