Portulacaceae Portulaca oleracea L.

Little Hogweed

Hawaiian - Drug, Strengthener

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 24

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Scientific name: Portulaca oleracea L.
USDA symbol: POOL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Little Hogweed
Family: Portulacaceae
Family (APG): Portulacaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Strengthener
Notes: Plant and other plants pounded, squeezed and resulting liquid taken to check run down conditions.

RECRD: 8085 id: 29765

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