Fabaceae Vigna luteola (Jacq.) Benth.

Hairypod Cowpea

Hawaiian - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 33

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Scientific name: Vigna luteola (Jacq.) Benth.
USDA symbol: VILU3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Hairypod Cowpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Flowers and buds chewed by the mother and given to infants for general body weakness.

RECRD: 8117 id: 43232

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