Gambe, Gambé: 1 definition
Introduction:
Gambe 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) Gambe in Cameroon is the name of a plant defined with Symphonia globulifera in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Chrysopia microphylla Hils. & Bojer ex Cambess. (among others).
2) Gambe in Mali is also identified with Rottboellia cochinchinensis.
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Mantissa Plantarum (1771)
· Nova Graminum Genera (1779)
· Journal of the Indian Botanical Society (1994)
· Boletim da Sociedade Broteriana (1887)
· Cytologia (1986)
· Linnaea (1833)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Gambe, for example extract dosage, health benefits, chemical composition, diet and recipes, 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)
Starts with: Gambel, Gambel oak, Gambey tea bush.
Ends with: Nongambe.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Gambe, Gambé; (plurals include: Gambes, Gambés). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)
Part 7 - Sumatra < [Appendix 8.2 - The Romance of Betel-Chewing]