Polygonaceae Polygonum densiflorum Meisn.

Denseflower Knotweed

Hawaiian - Drug, Blood Medicine

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 48

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Scientific name: Polygonum densiflorum Meisn.
USDA symbol: PODE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Denseflower Knotweed
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Infusion of pounded whole plants and other plants strained and taken to purify the blood.

RECRD: 8197 id: 28921

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