Jivakam: 2 definitions
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Jivakam 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: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsJivakam [ஜீவகம்] in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Crepidium acuminatum (D.Don) Szlach. from the Orchidaceae (Orchid) family having the following synonyms: Microstylis wallichii, Malaxis acuminata. For the possible medicinal usage of jivakam, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Jivakam [ജീവകമ്] in the Malayalam language, ibid. previous identification.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Jivakam in India is the name of a plant defined with Crepidium acuminatum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Malaxis acuminata f. biloba (Lindl.) Tuyama (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Manual of Botany for the Northern and Middle States. (1822)
· Bulletin de la Société Botanique de France (1907)
· Orch. Thail. (1959)
· Orchidaceae (1908)
· Chung Chi Journal (1976)
· Orchids Sikkim N.E. Himalaya (2007)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Jivakam, for example diet and recipes, extract dosage, chemical composition, side effects, pregnancy safety, health benefits, 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: Jivakambavana, Jivakambavanika, Jivakamu.
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The Garuda Purana (by Manmatha Nath Dutt)
Chapter CC - Various other medicinal Recipes (continued) < [Dhanvantari Samhita]