Polygonaceae Rumex giganteus Ait.

Pawale

Hawaiian - Drug, Misc. Disease Remedy

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 73

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Scientific name: Rumex giganteus Ait.
USDA symbol: RUGI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Pawale
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Misc. Disease Remedy
Notes: Plant used for leprosy.

RECRD: 8338 id: 35358

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