Kasumba: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kasumba 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) Kasumba in India is the name of a plant defined with Carthamus tinctorius in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.
2) Kasumba in Philippines is also identified with Acanthus ilicifolius It has the synonym Dilivaria ilicifolia (L.) Pers. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· The American Journal of Chinese Medicine (2002)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· Life Sci. (2004)
· Acta Botanica Boreali-Occidentalia Sinica (1987)
· Journal of the Indian Botanical Society (1990)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetic (1973)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kasumba, for example side effects, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, health benefits, diet and recipes, 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)
Starts with: Kasumbal.
Ends with: Kaskasumba.
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