Musaceae Musa ?paradisiaca L. (pro sp.) [acuminata ? balbisiana]
Paradise Banana
Hawaiian - Drug, Strengthener
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 65
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Musa ?paradisiaca L. (pro sp.) [acuminata ? balbisiana]
Scientific name: Musa ?paradisiaca L. (pro sp.) [acuminata ? balbisiana]
USDA symbol: MUPA3 (
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Common names: Paradise Banana
Family: Musaceae
Family (APG): Musaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Strengthener
Notes: Bud or young flower juice rubbed on tongue & mouth interior for body weakness from stomach disorder.
RECRD: 8283 id: 23550