Sterculiaceae Waltheria indica L.

Uhaloa

Hawaiian - Drug, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 37

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Scientific name: Waltheria indica L.
USDA symbol: WAIN (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Uhaloa
Family: Sterculiaceae
Family (APG): Malvaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Root bark, buds, leaves and other plants pounded and resulting liquid taken for losing weight.

RECRD: 8132 id: 43537

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