Asclepiadaceae Matelea biflora (Raf.) Woods.
Star Milkvine
Comanche - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Jones, David E., 1968, Comanche Plant Medicine, Papers in Anthropology 9:1-13, page 9
View all documented uses for
Matelea biflora (Raf.) Woods.
Scientific name: Matelea biflora (Raf.) Woods.
USDA symbol: MABI6 (
View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Star Milkvine
Family: Asclepiadaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Comanche
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Root paste used for severe stomach pains.
RECRD: 46060 id: 22453