Apocynaceae Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don

Madagascar Periwinkle

Hawaiian - Drug, Blood Medicine

Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 51

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Scientific name: Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don
USDA symbol: CARO14 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Madagascar Periwinkle
Family: Apocynaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Bark and other plants pounded, the resulting liquid heated and taken to purify the blood.

RECRD: 8221 id: 8549

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