Kanur: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Kanur means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, 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.
In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsKanur in the Kannada language is the name of a plant identified with Aesculus indica from the Sapindaceae (Soapberry) family having the following synonyms: Pavia indica. For the possible medicinal usage of kanur, 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.
Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Kanur in India is the name of a plant defined with Aesculus indica in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Aesculus indica Coleb. ex Wall. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora of Iranica (1972)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Voyage dans l’Inde (1835)
· Botanical Magazine (5117)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kanur, for example health benefits, diet and recipes, extract dosage, side effects, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, 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: Kanuriya.
Ends with: Bara kanur, Baro-kanur, Shadakanur.
Full-text: Bara kanur, Baro-kanur.
Relevant text
Search found 2 books and stories containing Kanur; (plurals include: Kanurs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Kannada Literature: Modern Trends < [October 1948]
The Religion and Philosophy of Tevaram (Thevaram) (by M. A. Dorai Rangaswamy)
Chapter 65 (b) - Thirunatuthogai, Thiru Idaiyatruthokai and Urthogai (Hymn 91) < [Volume 3.5 - Pilgrim’s progress: to the North]