Kafumba: 1 definition
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Kafumba 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) Kafumba in East Africa is the name of a plant defined with Galinsoga parviflora in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Wiborgia acmella Roth (among others).
2) Kafumba is also identified with Gomphocarpus physocarpus It has the synonym Asclepias brasiliensis (E. Fourn.) Schltr. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora Brasiliensis (1885)
· Icones et Descriptiones Plantarum, quae aut sponte (1794)
· New Flora and Botany of North America (1836)
· Kirkia (1967)
· Kongliga Svenska Vetenskapsakademiens Handlingar (1900)
· Mededeelingen van’s Rijks-Herbarium (1916)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kafumba, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, extract dosage, chemical composition, health benefits, diet and recipes, have a look at these references.
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