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. 1977 Jul-Sep;31(3):302-6.
doi: 10.1007/BF02866880.

Plants used as means of abortion, contraception, sterilization and fecundation by Paraguayan indigenous people

P Arenas, R Moreno Azorero

Plants used as means of abortion, contraception, sterilization and fecundation by Paraguayan indigenous people

P Arenas et al. Econ Bot. 1977 Jul-Sep.

Abstract

PIP: Plants used by indigenous Paraguayan groups for contraception, abortion, sterilization, and fertility are identified by species and listed by indigenous group, linguistic family, and self-given name. The preparation and manner of administration of each plant is briefly described.

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