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Collector Kvist, L. P.
Number 40420
Collected with Asanza, E.
Country Ecuador
Subpart ESMERALDAS
County  
Locality Río Cayapa, Zapallo Grande. Río Zapallo Grande (tributary of Río Cayapa) was followed 500 m. upriver. From the left bank a trail led into the forest. Through disturbed areas finally primary upland forest was reached on a ridge.
Coordinates 0° 48' N 78° 54' W
Minimum elevation (m) 200
Maximum elevation (m) 200
Start date 1982/06/28
End date 1982/06/28
Family Amaranthaceae
Identification Achyranthes aspera L.
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Field notes Herb, 50 cm tall. Inflorescence pale green. Nom. Vern.: Bish pé aremedio tape (Cayapa); Use: For eczemas and incised wounds. Prep.: The leaves are dried and pulverized and the powder applied to the affected parts.

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