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HAWAII - POLYNESIAN
INTRODUCTION
Piper methysticum
UH Manoa, Oahu |
Haiku, Oahu |
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'AWA KAVA
Spreading shrub with thick jointed branches. Brought to Hawaii
by early settlers & cultivated in damp shaded lowlands. Roots
are pounded & mixed with water to create a narcotic ceremonial
drink.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kava |
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