Kuvam, Kuvaṃ, Kūvam: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Kuvam means something in Buddhism, Pali, biology, Tamil. 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)Kuvam in India is the name of a plant defined with Nymphaea lotus in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Species Plantarum.
· Taxon (1980)
· J. Cytol. Genet. (1971)
· The Flora of British India (1872)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kuvam, for example extract dosage, side effects, health benefits, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, 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.
Languages of India and abroad
Pali-English dictionary
Source: BuddhaSasana: Concise Pali-English Dictionarykuvaṃ : (ind.) where?
Pali is the language of the Tipiṭaka, which is the sacred canon of Theravāda Buddhism and contains much of the Buddha’s speech. Closeley related to Sanskrit, both languages are used interchangeably between religions.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Kuvama, Kuvamana, Kuvamsha.
Ends with: Apakkuvam, Nikkuvam, Talucikuvam, Yakuvam.
Full-text: Kuva, Vitaikkayccal.
Relevant text
Search found 5 books and stories containing Kuvam, Kuvaṃ, Kūvam; (plurals include: Kuvams, Kuvaṃs, Kūvams). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Middle Chola Temples (by S. R. Balasubrahmanyam)
Temples in Kuvam < [Chapter IV - Temples of Rajendra I’s Time]
Temples in Sivapuram < [Chapter II - Temples of Rajaraja I’s Time]
Temples in Tiruppasur < [Chapter IV - Temples of Rajendra I’s Time]
Later Chola Temples (by S. R. Balasubrahmanyam)
Temples in Ilambayangottur < [Chapter X - Temples of Rajadhjraja II’s Time]
Temples in Narasingapuram < [Chapter II - Temples of Kulottunga I’s Time]
Temples in Tiruvalangadu < [Chapter II - Temples of Kulottunga I’s Time]
Amaravati Art in the Context of Andhra Archaeology (by Sreyashi Ray chowdhuri)
Other Archaeological Sites and Conclusion < [Chapter 2 - Amarāvatī and other Archaeological Sites of Ancient Andhra Pradesh]
The history of Andhra country (1000 AD - 1500 AD) (by Yashoda Devi)
Part 36 - Viragandagopala (A.D. 1292-1302) < [Chapter XX - The Telugu Cholas (Chodas)]
Pallava period (Social and Cultural History) (by S. Krishnamurthy)
Buddhism during the Pallava period < [Chapter 3 - Socio-Religious Life]
Conclusion (Religious Beliefs and Customs) < [Chapter 5 - Conclusion]