Bhu-tulasi: 2 definitions
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Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsBhu-tulasi in the Marathi language is the name of a plant identified with Ocimum basilicum L. from the Lamiaceae (Mint) family having the following synonyms: Ocimum nigrum, Ocimum thyrsiflorum. For the possible medicinal usage of bhu-tulasi, 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.
Bhu-tulasi in the Marathi language, ibid. previous identification.
Bhu-tulasi in the Telugu language, ibid. previous identification.
Bhu-tulasi in the Telugu language, ibid. previous identification.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Bhu-tulasi in India is the name of a plant defined with Ocimum basilicum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Plectranthus barrelieri Spreng. (among others).
2) Bhu-tulasi is also identified with Salvia plebeia It has the synonym Ocimum virgatum Buch.-Ham. ex D. Don (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora de Filipinas, ed. 2 (1845)
· Tabl. École Bot. (1804)
· Acta Phytotaxonomica Sinica (1984)
· Prodromus Florae Nepalensis. (1825)
· Taxon (1979)
· Gardeners Dictionary, ed. 8 (1768)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Bhu-tulasi, for example chemical composition, extract dosage, diet and recipes, health benefits, pregnancy safety, side effects, have a look at these references.
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