Solanaceae Nicotiana tabacum L.
Cultivated Tobacco
Hawaiian - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 73
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Nicotiana tabacum L.
Scientific name: Nicotiana tabacum L.
USDA symbol: NITA (
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Common names: Cultivated Tobacco
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Plant used for removing the pus from scrofulous sores or boils.
RECRD: 8328 id: 23973