Sterculiaceae Waltheria indica L.
Uhaloa
Hawaiian - Drug, Pulmonary Aid
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 37
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Waltheria indica L.
Scientific name: Waltheria indica L.
USDA symbol: WAIN (
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Common names: Uhaloa
Family: Sterculiaceae
Family (APG): Malvaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pulmonary Aid
Notes: Whole plant & other plants pounded, squeezed & resulting liquid taken for pulmonary complications.
RECRD: 8130 id: 43540