Mimosa tenuiflora Root Bark: An Ethnobotanical Perspective
The bark of the species Mimosa tenuiflora, commonly known as quebracho blanco, have been utilized for centuries in folk medicine across South America. Ethnobotanical studies demonstrate the efficacy of M. tenuiflora extracts in treating a diverse range of ailments, including infections. Indigenous practitioners employ the plant material in diver