Fabaceae Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb.

Yellow Nicker

Hawaiian - Drug, Blood Medicine

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 47

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Scientific name: Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb.
USDA symbol: CABO6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Yellow Nicker
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Beans and other plants pounded, squeezed and the resulting liquid taken to purify the blood.

RECRD: 8190 id: 7620