Cher: 2 definitions

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Introduction:

Cher 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: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and Drugs

Cher [ചേര്] in the Malayalam language is the name of a plant identified with Holigarna arnottiana Hook.f. from the Anacardiaceae (Cashew) family having the following synonyms: Holigarna racemosa Hohen. ex Engl., Holigarna longifolia Wight & Arn.. For the possible medicinal usage of cher, 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.

Cher [ચેર] in the Gujarati language is the name of a plant identified with Erinocarpus nimmonii J.Graham from the Tiliaceae (Phalsa) family having the following synonyms: Erinocarpus nimmoanus, Erinocarpus knimonii.

Cher [चेर] in the Marathi language, ibid. previous identification.

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

1) Cher in India is the name of a plant defined with Erinocarpus nimmonii in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.

2) Cher is also identified with Semecarpus anacardium It has the synonym Anacardium orientale auct. (etc.).

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

· Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind.
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1990)
· Taxon (1981)
· Flora de Filipinas (1837)
· Phytotherapy Research (2007)
· Suppl. (1782)

If you are looking for specific details regarding Cher, for example chemical composition, diet and recipes, extract dosage, side effects, pregnancy safety, health benefits, 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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