Blumea balsamifera(L) DC
 
Blumea balsamifera(L) DC
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Family:
Asteraceae sunflowers; tournesols
Common name:
Sambong (Filipino); Blumea camphor; Ngai camphor(English)
Local name:
Sambong
Indication:
infection (umbilical cord)
Plant part used:
top leaves
Method of Preparation:
Pound 2-3 top leaves. Apply as poultice.
Direction for use:
Infants: Apply as needed or 2x a day.
Additional information:
Not provided
Informant:
Ocaya; Dolores (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Calwit; )
Place gathered:
Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered:
Not provided
Abstracted by:
Not provided
Date abstracted:
Not provided
Province:
Quezon