Blechnaceae Asplenium nidus L.

Birdnest Fern

Hawaiian - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 22

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Scientific name: Asplenium nidus L.
USDA symbol: ASNI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Birdnest Fern
Family: Blechnaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Shoots & other plants pounded, squeezed & resulting liquid used for children with mouth sores.

RECRD: 0 id: 6405

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