Gesneriaceae Cyrtandra sp.

Kanawao-keokeo

Hawaiian - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 49

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Scientific name: Cyrtandra sp.
Common names: Kanawao-keokeo
Family: Gesneriaceae
Family (APG): Gesneriaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Fruits eaten from conception until the child feeds itself to increase the child's survival rate.

RECRD: 8206 id: 11957

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