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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: Alimhon
Indication: headache
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Roll 7 leaves; spread and apply to forehead.
Direction for use: Adults: Do it once a day for 3 days before bedtime.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Baes; Aurora (Capiz; Pan-ay; Brgy. Cabugao Este; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Capiz

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