Khaksi, Khāksī: 1 definition
Introduction:
Khaksi 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) Khaksi in India is the name of a plant defined with Abrus precatorius in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Glycine abrus L.) (Latin, relating to prayer (among others).
2) Khaksi is also identified with Streblus asper It has the synonym Vanieria crenata Chun (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Commentariorum de Plantis Africae Australioris (1836)
· Contributions from the United States National Herbarium (1905)
· Willdenowia (1986)
· For. Fl. Punj. (1956)
· Mus. Bot. (1856)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1995)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Khaksi, for example chemical composition, side effects, extract dosage, diet and recipes, health benefits, pregnancy safety, 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: Khaksir.
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