Chirata, Chiratā: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Chirata 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 Chirata has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Cirata. It further has the optional forms Chiratā, Chira-ta and Chira-tā.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsChirata in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Swertia chirayita (Roxb.) H. Karst. from the Gentianaceae (Gentian) family having the following synonyms: Swertia chirata, Ophelia chirata. For the possible medicinal usage of chirata, 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)1) Chirata in India is the name of a plant defined with Andrographis paniculata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Andrographis paniculata (Burm. f.) Wall. ex Nees (among others).
2) Chirata is also identified with Swertia angustifolia It has the synonym Swertia angustifolia Burkill.
3) Chirata is also identified with Swertia chirayita It has the synonym Ophelia chirata Wall. (etc.).
4) Chirata is also identified with Swertia ciliata It has the synonym Ophelia purpurascens D. Don (etc.).
5) Chirata is also identified with Swertia paniculata It has the synonym Swertia dilatata C.B. Clarke.
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2003)
· Philosophical Magazine and Journal (1836)
· Natural Product Research (2005)
· Numer. List (4374)
· Cytologia (1983)
· Planta Medica (1991)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Chirata, for example extract dosage, diet and recipes, chemical composition, health benefits, side effects, pregnancy safety, 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: Chira, Cira, Ta.
Starts with: Chirata kalmegh, Chiratadatta, Chiratarakena, Chiratata.
Ends with: Chhota chirata, Ophelia chirata.
Full-text (+13): Bhunimba, Ardhatikta, Anaryatikta, Bhutika, Kiratatikta, Chhota chirata, Swertia chirayita, Chirata kalmegh, Ophelia chirata, Cirayata, Kandatikta, Shirattakuchi, Chiraita-shireen, Chiraita-shirin, Chirayita, Kiriyattu, Chirayata, Anariyatittam, Uttarakiriyattu, Kiraata.
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