Asclepiadaceae Matelea biflora (Raf.) Woods.

Star Milkvine

Comanche - Drug, Gynecological 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.

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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: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of thick, white roots used for menstrual cramps.

RECRD: 46055 id: 22454

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