Citrullus colocynthis: 1 definition
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Citrullus colocynthis 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)
Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad. is the name of a plant defined in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in modern medicine, Ayurveda, and other local traditions or folk medicine. It has the following synonyms: Colocynthis vulgaris Schrad., Cucumis colocynthis L..
References regarding Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad. for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity:
· Species Plantarum
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Index Seminum [Goettingen] (1833)
· Linnaea (1838)
· Garcia Orta, Sér. Bot. (1976)

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)
Full-text (+349): Indravaruni, Kattuvellari, Gavakshi, Indrayan, Vishala, Balibamdrakshi, Indrabaruni, Ghorumba, Indarayan, Hamekkae, Hanzal, Indyaran, Badi-indrayan, Kadu-indravani, Pey-komatti, Chitti-papara, Shahme-hinzal, Etipuchchha, Panjot, Kumatti.
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Search found 17 books and stories containing Citrullus colocynthis; (plurals include: Citrullus colocynthises). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Alpha cells a ‘therapeutic target’ < [2016: Volume 5, November issue 11]
Flavonoid production in Luffa cylindrica and Citrullus colocynthis. < [2014: Volume 3, May issue 3]
Biochemical screening of anti-diabetic plants in SE Rajasthan, India. < [2015: Volume 4, October issue 10]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
Clinical study to evaluate the effectiveness of Gavakshi Moola (Citrullus... < [Vol. 5 No. 04 (2020)]
A review of some important Ayurvedic medicinal vegetable plants < [Vol. 6 No. 02 (2021)]
Role of Lekhana Karma in the management of Dushta Vrana - A Review < [Vol. 6 No. 02 (2021)]
Antibacterial activity on Citrullus colocynthis Leaf extract < [Volume 29 (issue 1), Jul-Sep 2009]
Switra and its treatment in veda < [Volume 15 (issue 1), Jul-Sep 1995]
Plant names – sanskrit and latin < [Volume 12 (issue 1-2), Jul-Dec 1992]
Assessment of Heavy Metals Accumulation in Soil and Native Plants in an... < [Volume 14, Issue 10 (2022)]
Sustainable Broilers Production Performance under High Stocking Condition... < [Volume 15, Issue 6 (2023)]
Influence of Pastoral Settlements Gradient on Vegetation Dynamics and... < [Volume 15, Issue 6 (2023)]
International Journal of Pharmacology
Pharmacology and Phytochemistry of Pakistani Herbs and Herbal Drugs Used for... < [Volume 7, Number 4 (2011)]
Assessment of the Ameliorative Effect of Ruzu Herbal Bitters on the... < [Volume 14, Number 3 (2018)]
Evaluation of Free Radical Scavenging, Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic... < [Volume 6, Number 5 (2010)]
Efficacy of Phaltrikadi Kwath in controlling blood sugar in diabetes. < [Volume 2, issue 2: March - April 2015]
A review on ayurvedic prospective and curative herbs for type ii diabetes < [Volume 4, issue 1: January - February 2017]
Review on Nilibhringadi Taila: An Effective Keshya Medication < [Volume 9, Issue 6: November-December 2022]
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