Ethnobotanical Applications of Mimosa tenuiflora Root Bark
The bark of Mimosa tenuiflora, commonly known as quebracho blanco, have been used for centuries in folk medicine across South America. Ethnobotanical studies reveal the effectiveness of M. tenuiflora extracts in treating a wide range of ailments, including infections. Traditional healers administer the plant material in various forms such as tea