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Hibiscus aculeatus: A Deep Dive into Its Ethnobotanical History

Hibiscus aculeatus, commonly known as the Pineland Hibiscus or Comfortroot, is a plant with a rich ethnobotanical history that stretches across centuries, particularly within the southeastern United States. This species...

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