Emblica officinalis: 2 definitions
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Emblica officinalis means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. 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.
In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Agriculture (Krishi) and Vrikshayurveda (study of Plant life)
Source: Shodhganga: Drumavichitrikarnam—Plant mutagenesis in ancient IndiaEmblica officinalis (in Sanskrit: Dhātrī) refers to one of the three Phalatrika or Triphalā, which are used in a recipe for manipulating the colour of flowers or fruits (on the tree) [varṇa-pravartana], according to the Vṛkṣāyurveda by Sūrapāla (1000 CE): an encyclopedic work dealing with the study of trees and the principles of ancient Indian agriculture.—Accordingly, “Trees watered continuously with the extract of Emblica officinalis, Terminalia bellirica and Terminalia chebula [e.g., Phalatrika-āpas], Hordeum vulgare, Mangifera indica seed and Indigofera tinctoria, and also filled at the root with the powder of the same mixture produce fruits resembling collyrium”.
Unclassified Ayurveda definitions
Source: AYU: Efficacy of Rasayana AvalehaEmblica officinalis is used to alleviate suffering and adverse effects in the use of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy in the treatment of Cancer (a disease affecting mankind).—Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy have cytotoxic effects, which are hazardous to the normal cells of the patient, causing many unnecessary effects.—[...] An attempt has been made to counteract these sufferings through Ayurvedic treatment. Rasayana, that is, rejuvenation therapy, is a unique contribution of Ayurveda that provides multidimensional benefits. Rasayana Avaleha (an Ayurvedic preparation) as adjuvant to allopathic chemotherapy. The herbal preparation comprises, for example, Amalaki (Emblica officinalis). [...] In a nutshell, Rasayana-avaleha is an effective adjuvant therapy in protecting the patient from the adverse effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.
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Full-text (+106): Amalaka, Amalaki, Dhatri, Phanijihvika, Kashthadhatriphala, Triphala, Karshaphala, Dhatrika, Amritaphala, Jatiphala, Bettanelli, Kapi, Harada, Jatirasaphala, Bahuphala, Kiccugolvana, Tishyaphale, Dhatriphala, Gandhamulaka, Saurvacalalavana.
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Search found 13 books and stories containing Emblica officinalis; (plurals include: Emblica officinalises). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine) (by Hin-tak Sik)
Medicines (e): Fruits (Phala) < [Chapter 4 - Medicinal Substances in the Chapter on Medicine]
The Skanda Purana (by G. V. Tagare)
Chapter 6 - Directions for Kārttikavrata < [Section 4 - Kārttikamāsa-māhātmya]
Chapter 9 - The Procedure for Naivedya < [Section 5 - Mārgaśīrṣa-māhātmya]
Chapter 12 - The Efficacy of Dhātrī < [Section 4 - Kārttikamāsa-māhātmya]
Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita (by Nayana Sharma)
Kautilya Arthashastra (by R. Shamasastry)
Chapter 4 - Remedies Against the Injuries of One’s Own Army < [Book 14 - Secret Means]
Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study) (by A. Yamuna Devi)
Flora (5): Trees < [Chapter 5 - Aspects of Nature]
Harshacharita (socio-cultural Study) (by Mrs. Nandita Sarmah)
Table: Some of the medicinal plants < [Chapter 7 - Environmental awareness and Hygiene Conciousness]
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