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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: Subosob (Ilk.)
Indication: fever
Plant part used: leaves
Method of Preparation: Extract 2 tbsp. of juice and mix with 1 tbsp. wine. Drink.
Direction for use: Adults: Drink the mixture once a day.
Additional information: Not provided
Informant: Contavi; Charing (Cagayan; Claveria; Brgy. Malaim; )
Place gathered: Not provided
Gathered by / Date gathered: Not provided
Abstracted by: Not provided
Date abstracted: Not provided
Province: Cagayan

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