Arishtha: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Arishtha 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 DrugsArishtha [ಅರಿಷ್ಠ] in the Kannada language is the name of a plant identified with Sapindus trifoliatus from the Sapindaceae (Soapberry) family having the following synonyms: Sapindus laurifolius. For the possible medicinal usage of arishtha, 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.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Arishtha in India is the name of a plant defined with Allium sativum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Porrum ophioscorodon Rchb. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Gardeners Dictionary, ed. 8
· Species Plantarum (1753)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Arishtha, for example health benefits, chemical composition, side effects, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, 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)
Ends with: Angarishtha, Asutimkarishtha, Avarishtha, Garishtha, Harishtha, Karishtha, Narishtha, Padagarishtha, Paramavarishtha, Parishtha, Sarishtha, Sugarishtha, Uparishtha, Varishtha.
Relevant text
Search found 1 books and stories containing Arishtha; (plurals include: Arishthas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Harivamsha Purana (by Manmatha Nath Dutt)
Chapter 21 - Death of Aristha < [Book 2 - Vishnu Parva]
Chapter 49 - Jarasandha’s Adress to the Kings < [Book 2 - Vishnu Parva]
Chapter 55 - Vishnu’s Reply < [Book 1 - Harivamsa Parva]