Fabaceae Tephrosia purpurea (L.) Pers.
Fishpoison
Hawaiian - Other, Hunting & Fishing Item
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 4
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Tephrosia purpurea (L.) Pers.
Scientific name: Tephrosia purpurea (L.) Pers.
USDA symbol: TEANA (
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Common names: Fishpoison
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hunting & Fishing Item
Notes: Leaves used to poison fish.
RECRD: 7964 id: 39613