Rosaceae Osteomeles anthyllidifolia (Sm.) Lindl.

Hawaii Hawthorn

Hawaiian - Drug, Laxative

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 38

View all documented uses for Osteomeles anthyllidifolia (Sm.) Lindl.

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Scientific name: Osteomeles anthyllidifolia (Sm.) Lindl.
USDA symbol: OSAN (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Hawaii Hawthorn
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Seeds and buds chewed and given to children as a laxative for general debility of the body.

RECRD: 8140 id: 25110

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