Kelikam: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kelikam 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) Kelikam in India is the name of a plant defined with Cocos nucifera in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cocos nana Griff. (among others).
2) Kelikam is also identified with Polyalthia longifolia It has the synonym Uvaria altissima Pennant, nom. illeg. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Palma (1768)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2005)
· Res. Microbiol. (2004)
· Species Plantarum
· Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine. (2005)
· International Journal of Dermatology (2007)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kelikam, for example extract dosage, side effects, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, 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: Kelikamala.
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