Waltheria Indica

Waltheria indica

Family: Malvaceae Evidence: T teadecoctionpoultice

Hawaiian and pan-tropical herb used in Hawaiian (uhaloa) and Brazilian folk medicine for sore throat, cough, and diarrhea. Root chewed directly for throat pain in Hawaiian la'au lapa'au. Contains tiliroside, kaempferol, and epicatechin.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricUse Caution

Contraindications

Limited safety data.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated. Root is astringent.

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