Convolvulaceae Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.

Sweetpotato

Hawaiian - Drug, Laxative

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 73

View all documented uses for Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.

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Scientific name: Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.
USDA symbol: IPBA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Sweetpotato
Family: Convolvulaceae
Family (APG): Convolvulaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Plant used to make a laxative.

RECRD: 8343 id: 17850

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