Pandanaceae Pandanus tectorius Parkinson ex Zucc.

Tahitian Screwpine

Hawaiian - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 41

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Scientific name: Pandanus tectorius Parkinson ex Zucc.
USDA symbol: PATE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tahitian Screwpine
Family: Pandanaceae
Family (APG): Pandanaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Roots and other plants pounded, squeezed, resulting liquid heated and taken for chest pains.

RECRD: 8159 id: 25443

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