Plumbaginaceae Plumbago zeylanica L.

Wild Leadwort

Hawaiian - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 25

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Scientific name: Plumbago zeylanica L.
USDA symbol: PLZE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wild Leadwort
Family: Plumbaginaceae
Family (APG): Plumbaginaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Leaves, stems, other plant parts and fruit juice made into a paste and applied to sores.

RECRD: 8087 id: 28660

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