Chavali, Chāvālī: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Chavali 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.
Ambiguity: Although Chavali has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Cavali. It further has the optional forms Chāvālī.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsChavali in the Marathi language is the name of a plant identified with Vigna unguiculata (L.)Walp. from the Fabaceae (Pea) family. For the possible medicinal usage of chavali, 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)Chavali in India is the name of a plant defined with Vigna unguiculata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Dolichos catjang L. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Raccolte Botaniche
· Anales Cientificos Paraguayos (1911)
· Interpr. Rumphius Herbarium Amboinenese (1917)
· Linnaea (1839)
· Plantae Javanicae Rariores (1848)
· Mantissa Plantarum (1767)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Chavali, for example pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, chemical composition, side effects, health benefits, 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: Cavali, Cavaliccarakku, Chavalis, Chavalison, Chavaliya.
Full-text: Cavali, Chavalis, Cavalisa, Cavaliccarakku.
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Search found 7 books and stories containing Chavali, Chāvālī; (plurals include: Chavalis, Chāvālīs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Letter to the Editor < [July – September, 1987]
Book Reviews < [April – June, 2008]
In Reminiscent Mood < [January-February, 1929]
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Ayurvedic understanding and management of down syndrome - a case report < [2019, Issue 8, August]
Gunja ñ the alluring poison < [2016, Issue VII July]
Role of herbs, panchakarma therapies, and ayurveda medicines in the management of attention deficit hyperactive disorder (adhd) < [2023, Issue 05, May]
The history of Andhra country (1000 AD - 1500 AD) (by Yashoda Devi)
Part 56 - The Later Gajapatis < [Chapter XIII - The Dynasties in South Kalinga]
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
A review on kukunaka w.s.r ophthalmia neonatorum < [2023: Volume 12, August special issue 14]
Importance of samskara in children according to ayurveda-a review < [2022: Volume 11, March issue 3]
Study of sanskar in balak in ayurveda – a review article < [2021: Volume 10, November issue 13]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
A critical review on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia-an Ayurvedic perspective < [Volume 11 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2020]
Ayurveda co-interventions aid severe COVID-19 recovery: Case report < [Volume 13 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2022]
Integrative management of critical COVID-19: A case report < [Volume 13 (issue 1), Jan-Mar 2022]
Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
Palatal pyogenic granuloma: Rare complication after gum surgery. < [Volume 23 (issue 6), Nov-Dec 2019]