Biology (plants and animals)

Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)

1) Bong bong in Thailand is the name of a plant defined with Scaevola taccada in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Lobelia frutescens Mill. (among others).

2) Bong bong in Vietnam is also identified with Calotropis gigantea It has the synonym Streptocaulon cochinchinense (Lour.) G. Don (etc.).

3) Bong bong is also identified with Calotropis procera It has the synonym Madorius procerus Kuntze (etc.).

Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):

· Ann. Bot. Syst. (Walpers)
· Journal of South China Agricultural University (1991)
· De Fructibus et Seminibus Plantarum (1788)
· Proceedings of the Indian Science Congress Association (1988)
· Hortus Kewensis (1811)
· Mediators Inflamm. (2005)

If you are looking for specific details regarding Bong bong, for example chemical composition, side effects, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, health benefits, diet and recipes, have a look at these references.

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