Introduced

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Food and Medicinal Uses:

All parts of qwáyúwél are edible. Young leaves are eaten raw in salads or cooked.

 

Rich in Vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex, iron, calcium, and potassium.

Used as a tonic, and treats liver, kidney, bladder, urinary tract and digestive problems, tuberculosis.

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Other Uses:

Roots twisted to make string.