Chinese sumac: 1 definition
Introduction:
Chinese sumac 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: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Chinese sumac in English is the name of a plant defined with Ailanthus altissima in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Toxicodendron altissimum Mill., Anacardiaceae (among others).
2) Chinese sumac is also identified with Rhus chinensis It has the synonym Schinus indicus Burm.f. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Nomenclator Botanicus. (1841)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2003)
· Flora Indica (1768)
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1990)
· For. Flora of the British Ind. (1874)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Chinese sumac, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, extract dosage, chemical composition, diet and recipes, health benefits, 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)
Partial matches: Sumac.
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