Vattakanni: 2 definitions
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Vattakanni means something in 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.
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Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsVattakanni in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Macaranga peltata (Roxb.) Müll.Arg. from the Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family having the following synonyms: Macaranga roxburghii, Tanarius peltatus, Mappa peltata. For the possible medicinal usage of vattakanni, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Vattakanni in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Macaranga indica Wight from the Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family having the following synonyms: Macaranga adenantha, Trevia hernandiifolia, Tanarius indicus.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Vattakanni in India is the name of a plant defined with Clerodendrum viscosum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Clerodendrum infortunatum L. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Glimpses Cytogenet. India (1992)
· Jardin de la Malmaison (1803)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· Schlüssel Hortus indicus malabaricus (1818)
· FBI (1885)
· De Fructibus et Seminibus Plantarum (1788)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Vattakanni, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, extract dosage, health benefits, diet and recipes, chemical composition, have a look at these references.
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