Palia: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Palia means something in Jainism, Prakrit, biology. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Palia in India is the name of a plant defined with Ziziphus nummularia in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Ziziphus nummularia (Burm.f.) Wight (among others).
2) Palia in Indonesia is also identified with Momordica charantia It has the synonym Cucumis argyi H. Lév. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flore Forestière Soudano-Guinéenne (1950)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1966)
· Herbarium Amboinense (Linn.) (1754)
· Systema Naturae, ed. 10
· Revista Brasil. Genet. (1982)
· Ceylon Journal of Science, Biological Sciences (1995)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Palia, for example health benefits, side effects, diet and recipes, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, have a look at these references.
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Languages of India and abroad
Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Palia (पलिअ) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Palita.
2) Palia (पलिअ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Pala.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Palia tunggal, Paliaban, Paliak, Paliakiri, Paliamka, Paliamka, Palias.
Ends with: Apalia, Paripalia, Sampalia.
Full-text: Palias, Palia tunggal, Palita, Pala.
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