KAWAKAWA

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The leaves of kawakawa ( Macropiper excelsum) were traditionally used by Maori as a poultice for rheumatism, neuralgic affections, cuts and bruises, and chewed for toothache. A decoction of the young leaves and twigs was also taken for stomach pains....

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