Chambeli: 2 definitions

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Chambeli 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.

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Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and Drugs

Chambeli in the Sanskrit language is the name of a plant identified with Jasminum grandiflorum L. from the Oleaceae (Jasmine) family having the following synonyms: Jasminum officinale var. grandiflorum. For the possible medicinal usage of chambeli, 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.

Chambeli in the Telugu language, ibid. previous identification.

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

1) Chambeli in India is the name of a plant defined with Bauhinia vahlii in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Phanera vahlii (Wight & Arn.) Benth. (among others).

2) Chambeli is also identified with Jasminum grandiflorum It has the synonym Jasminum floribundum R. Br. ex Fresen. (etc.).

3) Chambeli is also identified with Jasminum humile.

4) Chambeli is also identified with Jasminum officinale It has the synonym Jasminum officinale var. aureovariegatum Weston (etc.).

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

· Edwards's Botanical Register, or Flower Garden and Shrubbery (1845)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1989)
· Catalogue of Indian Plants (1833)
· Encycl. (Lamarck) (1785)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1988)
· Investigatio et Studium Naturae (1992)

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

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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.

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