Kombolo: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kombolo 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) Kombolo in Cameroon is the name of a plant defined with Pentaclethra macrophylla in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Harpalyce macrocarpa Britton & P. Wilson.
2) Kombolo in Nigeria is also identified with Tetrapleura tetraptera It has the synonym Amblygonocarpus andongensis (Welw. ex Oliv.) Exell & Torre (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Biochemical Systematics and Ecology
· Boletim da Sociedade Broteriana (1955)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2008)
· Phytotherapy Research (1999)
· Beskrivelse af Guineeiske planter (1827)
· International Tree Crops Journal (1995)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kombolo, for example side effects, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, 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)
Relevant text
No search results for Kombolo; (plurals include: Kombolos) in any book or story.