Dimerocostus Strobilaceus

''Dimerocostus strobilaceus'', called “Pinuue Barbat” by the Kuna people of Panama, is a species of plant native to Central and South Tropical America. It mainly grows in wet areas.

''Dimerocostus strobilaceus'' grows up to 6 meters tall. The flower corolla may be white or yellow.

''Dimerocostus strobilaceus'' is used for food and medicinal purposes. It has cardiovascular effects, and the Kuna people of Panama use it to treat hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases.

''Dimerocostus strobilaceus'' is possibly naturalizing in Hawaii.

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Flora of Southern America
Costaceae
Flora of Central America