Luehea divaricata
Luehea divaricata | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
(unranked): | Angiosperms |
(unranked): | Eudicots |
(unranked): | Rosids |
Order: | Malvales |
Family: | Malvaceae |
Subfamily: | Grewioideae |
Genus: | Luehea |
Species: | L. divaricata |
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Luehea divaricata | |
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Luehea divaricata leaves, Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Luehea divaricata is a species of tree native to the cerrado area of Brazil, particularly the states of Bahia and Rio Grande do Sul. It is known by various local names including "açoita-cavalo", "açoita-cavalo miúdo", "ibatingui", "ivatingui", "pau-de-canga", and "caiboti".[1]
Traditional uses
Luehea divaricata is regarded as a medicinal plant in traditional Brazilian medicine.[2] The stems are used to relieve inflammation,[2] the leaves are used as a diuretic[2] while a bark decoction is used in the treatment of arthritis.[1] The wood can also be fashioned into whips.[1]
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