Bantam: 1 definition
Introduction:
Bantam 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: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Bantam in Niger is the name of a plant defined with Bombax costatum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Bombax houardii Pellegr. & Vuill. (among others).
2) Bantam in West Africa is also identified with Ceiba pentandra It has the synonym Bombax guineense Schum. & Thonn. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· African Journal of Biotechnology (2005)
· Bulletin of Miscellaneous Information Kew (1935)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· The Tiv Tribe. (1933)
· The Religion. (1971)
· Systema Vegetabilium ed. 16 (1826)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Bantam, for example chemical composition, health benefits, side effects, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, 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: Bantamaku, Bantamare, Bantambakhu.
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Vinaya Pitaka (1): Bhikkhu-vibhanga (the analysis of Monks’ rules) (by I. B. Horner)
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)
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The Book of Protection (by Piyadassi Thera)