Kino, Kiṇo: 2 definitions

Introduction:

Kino means something in Jainism, Prakrit, 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) Kino in English is the name of a plant defined with Pterocarpus erinaceus in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Lingoum erinaceum (Poir.) Kuntze (among others).

2) Kino is also identified with Pterocarpus marsupium It has the synonym Pterocarpus marsupium var. acuminata Prain (etc.).

Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):

· Familles des Plantes (1763)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2006)
· African Journal of Biotechnology (2005)
· Phytomedicine (2004)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1990)
· Phytomedicine (1999)

If you are looking for specific details regarding Kino, for example side effects, extract dosage, diet and recipes, health benefits, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, have a look at these references.

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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.

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Prakrit-English dictionary

Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary

Kiṇo (किणो) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Kimiti.

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Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.

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