Khuskhus: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Khuskhus 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 DrugsKhuskhus in the Marathi language is the name of a plant identified with Papaver somniferum L. from the Papaveraceae (Poppy) family. For the possible medicinal usage of khuskhus, 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.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Khuskhus in English is the name of a plant defined with Vetiveria zizanioides in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Andropogon squarrosus auct. (among others).
2) Khuskhus in India is also identified with Papaver somniferum It has the synonym Papaver somniferum L. var. album DC. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Revised Handbook to the Flora of Ceylon (1931)
· Monographiae Phanerogamarum (1889)
· Notulae ad Plantas Asiaticas (1851)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1990)
· Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden (1994)
· Flora of the Southeastern United States …
If you are looking for specific details regarding Khuskhus, for example extract dosage, side effects, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, 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: Khuskhus-ghas.
Full-text: Khuskhus-ghas.
Relevant text
Search found 1 books and stories containing Khuskhus; (plurals include: Khuskhuses). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Dilapidated House < [April – June, 1997]