Aleurites moluccana, more commonly known as the kukui tree, is the state tree of Hawaii for a reason. For centuries, every part of the kukui tree was of value to the Hawaiian way of life: its trunk was used to build canoes; the roots and bark were used to make dyes; its seeds (kukui nuts) were roasted, crushed, and used as a condiment; and various parts of the tree were used to treat anything from an upset stomach, to oral thrush, constipation, fever, tonsillitis, phlegm, and even arthritis. Among its many uses, it was most importantly used as a source […]
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