Kesu: 3 definitions
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Kesu 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: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsKesu [ಕೇಸು] in the Kannada language is the name of a plant identified with Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott from the Araceae (Arum) family having the following synonyms: Alocasia illustris, Alocasia dussii. For the possible medicinal usage of kesu, 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.
Kesu [ಕೆಸು] in the Tulu language, ibid. previous identification.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Kesu in India is the name of a plant defined with Butea monosperma in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Rudolphia frondosa (Willd.) Poir. (among others).
2) Kesu is also identified with Butea superba It has the synonym Rudolphia superba Poir. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Encycl. (Lamarck) (1804)
· Encyclopédie Méthodique, Botanique (1804)
· Encyclopédie Méthodique, Botanique (1786)
· A Numerical List of Dried Specimens (5569)
· Journal of Tree Sciences (1983)
· Die Natürlichen Pflanzenfamilien (1894)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kesu, for example chemical composition, extract dosage, side effects, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, 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.
Languages of India and abroad
Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusKesu (ಕೆಸು):—[noun] = ಕೆಸವು [kesavu].
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Kesu (ಕೆಸು):—[noun] that which is red in colour.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—[verb] to cause to have sexual intercourse.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—
1) [noun] the large, tropical plant Colocasia esculenta ( = C. antiquorum, = Arum colocasia) of Araceae family, with shield-shaped leaves, cultivated for its edible corns.
2) [noun] its tuber.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—[noun] red colour or any of its shades.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—[noun] the broken outer coat or husk, of grains of wheat, rye, oats, etc. separated from the flour after grinding, as by sifting; bran.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—[noun] a silk cloth.
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Kēsu (ಕೇಸು):—
1) [noun] a suit between private parties at law or in equity; case before a civil court; a law suit.
2) [noun] a legal action or suit, esp. one studied or cited as a precedent.
3) [noun] a container, as a box, crate, chest, sheath or folder.
4) [noun] a protective cover.
5) [noun] a person being treated or helped, as by a doctor or social worker.
6) [noun] an example, instance or occurrence.
7) [noun] any individual or matter requiring or undergoing official or formal observation, study, investigation, etc.
8) [noun] a frame as for a window, door, artwork or photograph.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with (+6): Kecukam, Kecuppunarcci, Kesua, Kesuda, Kesudaphool, Kesudo, Kesui, Kesukadu, Kesulli, Kesumannu, Kesumannunadu, Kesumba, Kesumba keling, Kesundo, Kesuphool, Kesur, Kesuradi, Kesuri, Kesuria, Kesurigan.
Ends with: Avalokeshu, Dhritakarmmukeshu, Dhritakarmukeshu, Kadakesu, Kolaikkecu, Laukikeshu, Marakesu, Phul kesu, Vaidikeshu.
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