Poaceae Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walt.) Kuntze

St. Augustine Grass

Hawaiian - Drug, Oral Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 10

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Scientific name: Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walt.) Kuntze
USDA symbol: STSE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: St. Augustine Grass
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Oral Aid
Notes: Leaf ash used for excessive saliva from babies' mouths.

RECRD: 7992 id: 38895

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