Gokshru: 1 definition
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Gokshru 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) Gokshru in India is the name of a plant defined with Pedalium murex in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Rogeria microcarpa Klotzsch (among others).
2) Gokshru is also identified with Tribulus terrestris It has the synonym Tribulus lanuginosus L. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Nordic Journal of Botany (1981)
· Revisio Generum Plantarum (1898)
· Regnum Vegetabile, or ‘a Series of Handbooks for the Use of Plant Taxonomists and Plant Geographers’ (1993)
· Kew Bulletin (1954)
· Taiwania (1994)
· Australian Journal of Botany (1996)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Gokshru, for example chemical composition, extract dosage, health benefits, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, side effects, have a look at these references.
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