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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: Sambong
Indication: flu
Plant part used: bark
Method of Preparation: Boil 2-4 pieces barks in desired amount of water to produce 1 glass decoction.
Direction for use: Adults: 1/2 glass 2x a day. Children: 1/4 glass 2x a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Osila; Stella (Quezon; San Narciso; Brgy. Bayanihan; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Quezon

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