Kaanchanamu: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kaanchanamu 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) Kaanchanamu in India is the name of a plant defined with Bauhinia purpurea in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Bauhinia triandra Roxb. (among others).
2) Kaanchanamu is also identified with Bauhinia variegata It has the synonym Bauhinia variegata var. alboflava de Wit (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora de Filipinas (1837)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2003)
· PTR. Phytotherapy Research (2008)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2006)
· Flora de Antioquia (1941)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kaanchanamu, for example health benefits, side effects, diet and recipes, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, 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)
Ends with: Daevakaanchanamu, Devakaanchanamu.
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