Gouania Lupuloides

Gouania Lupuloides
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Beuco de Rama (C); Jaboncillo (C); Rabo de mono (C) (Fig. 153). The twigs are chewed to heal and harden the gums and to treat sore throat. They were formerly used in making beer. Macerated stems produce a lather. The stems are used for cordage.

EthnoBotanical Dictionary. 2013.

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