Kimwemwe: 1 definition
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Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Kimwemwe in East Africa is the name of a plant defined with Gardenia ternifolia in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Gardenia asperula Stapf & Hutch. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2005)
· Kongel. Danske Vidensk. Selsk. Naturvidensk. Math. Afh. (1828)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2003)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2004)
· Plant Systematics and Evolution (1985)
· Beskrivelse af Guineeiske planter (1827)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kimwemwe, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, chemical composition, diet and recipes, extract dosage, health benefits, have a look at these references.
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