Arhar: 2 definitions
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Arhar 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.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsArhar [अरहर] in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp. from the Fabaceae (Pea) family having the following synonyms: Cajanus flavus, Cajanus bicolor, Cajan inodorum. For the possible medicinal usage of arhar, 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.
Arhar [ارهر] in the Urdu language, ibid. previous identification.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Arhar in India is the name of a plant defined with Cajanus cajan in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cytisus guineensis Schumach. & Thonn. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Anales de la Sociedad Española de Historia Natural (1881)
· The Leguminosae of Tropical Africa (1929)
· Catalogus plantarum horti botanici monspeliensis (1813)
· Cytologia (1999)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2006)
· Journal of the Indian Botanical Society (1986)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Arhar, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, extract dosage, health benefits, diet and recipes, chemical composition, have a look at these references.

This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Arhar dal, Arhardal, Arharishvani.
Full-text: Jangli arhar, Arhar dal.
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Search found 8 books and stories containing Arhar; (plurals include: Arhars). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Phytochemical analysis of pigeon pea leaves in Satna, Madhya Pradesh. < [2022: Volume 11, July issue 9]
Antihyperglycemic study of boiled and non-boiled Cajanus cajan seeds < [2017: Volume 6, April issue 4]
Quaternary Prevention of Obesity: Insights from Ayurveda and Yoga < [2024: Volume 13, January special issue 2]
The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda (by Srila Narayana Maharaja)
Lxxii akhandananada < [Epistles - Second Series]
Lviii sarada < [Epistles - Second Series]
Yogashikha Upanishad (critical study) (by Sujatarani Giri)
Part 1.9 - The type of food to be taken and the type to be avoided < [Chapter 5 - Nature of Yoga practice in Upaniṣad]
Traditional Phytotherapy for Diarrheal Diseases in Dhenkanal, India < [Volume 20 (issue 3), Jan-Mar 2001]
Gamma radiation and storage effects on bahera fruit microflora and phytoconstituents. < [Volume 18 (issue 3-4), Jan-Jun 1999]
Jaundice : tribal medicine < [Volume 3 (issue 4), Apr-Jun 1984]
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Clinical description of obesity w.s.r to atisthoolta < [2014, Issue III May-June]
Role of ayurveda in psychosomatic disorder w.s.r in ibd < [2016, Issue V May]
Diet and lifestyle regimen for varsha ritu (monsoon season) < [2024, Issue 07. July]
Case study on Mustak (Cyperus rotundus) for obesity treatment. < [Volume 3, issue 5: September - October 2016]
Arogyavardhini Vati - A Boon for Liver Disorders from Ayurveda (Fatty Liver) < [Volume 8, Issue 4: July - Aug 2021]
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