Hydrangeaceae Broussaisia arguta Gaud.

Kanawao

Hawaiian - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 48

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Scientific name: Broussaisia arguta Gaud.
USDA symbol: BRAR6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Kanawao
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Family (APG): Hydrangeaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Fruits eaten from conception until the child feeds itself to increase the child's survival rate.

RECRD: 8203 id: 7598

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