Pandanaceae Pandanus tectorius Parkinson ex Zucc.

Tahitian Screwpine

Hawaiian - Drug, Laxative

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: Laxative
Notes: Flowers chewed by the mothers and given to infants with constipation.

RECRD: 8155 id: 25444

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