Fabaceae Acacia koa Gray
Koa
Hawaiian - Drug, Strengthener
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 46
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Acacia koa Gray
Scientific name: Acacia koa Gray
USDA symbol: ACKO (
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Common names: Koa
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Strengthener
Notes: Ashes of this and other plants applied to the mouth interior of infants for physical weakness.
RECRD: 8187 id: 398