Erukkam: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Erukkam means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, 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.
In Hinduism
Shilpashastra (iconography)
Source: Shodhganga: The significance of the mūla-beras (śilpa)Erukkam (“white root”) refers to one of the several “attributes” (āyudha) or “accessories” of a detiy commonly seen depicted in Hindu iconography, defined according to texts dealing with śilpa (arts and crafs), known as śilpaśāstras.—The śilpa texts have classified the various accessories under the broad heading of āyudha or karuvi (implement), including even flowers, animals, and musical instruments. The flowers held in the hands of the deities are, for example, Erukkam.
Shilpashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, śilpaśāstra) represents the ancient Indian science (shastra) of creative arts (shilpa) such as sculpture, iconography and painting. Closely related to Vastushastra (architecture), they often share the same literature.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Erukkam in India is the name of a plant defined with Calotropis gigantea in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Madorius giganteus Kuntze (among others).
2) Erukkam is also identified with Calotropis procera It has the synonym Asclepias gigantea L. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden (1930)
· Les Figures des Plantes et Animaux d'Usage en Medecine (1764)
· Science and Culture (1980)
· Notes from the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh (1980)
· Revised Handb. to the Flora of Ceylon (1973)
· Reise Russland (1774)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Erukkam, for example chemical composition, extract dosage, diet and recipes, health benefits, side effects, pregnancy safety, have a look at these references.
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Erukkam ver, Erukkampal.
Ends with: Aniccerukkam, Canapperukkam, Cerukkam, Irukkanerukkam, Kulipperukkam, Perukkam, Tur-mamicaperukkam, Vetkaipperukkam.
Full-text: Erukkam ver, Cuniyatiraviyam.
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