The Ethnobotanical Use of Mimosa tenuiflora Root Bark
The root of the species Mimosa tenuiflora, commonly known as quebracho blanco, have been utilized for time immemorial in indigenous medicine across South America. Ethnobotanical studies highlight the effectiveness of M. tenuiflora compounds in treating a diverse range of ailments, including inflammation. Locals employ the plant material in diver