Fabaceae Vigna luteola (Jacq.) Benth.
Hairypod Cowpea
Hawaiian - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 33
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Vigna luteola (Jacq.) Benth.
Scientific name: Vigna luteola (Jacq.) Benth.
USDA symbol: VILU3 (
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Common names: Hairypod Cowpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Whole plant & other plants pounded, squeezed & resulting liquid applied to boils & ruptured skin.
RECRD: 8119 id: 43231