Lewu, Léwu: 1 definition
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Lewu 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) Lewu in Ivory Coast is the name of a plant defined with Cissampelos owariensis in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cissampelos robertsonii Exell (among others).
2) Lewu in Yoruba is also identified with Palhinhaea cernua It has the synonym Lycopodium capillaceum (Spring) Hieron. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Histoire Naturelle des Végétaux, Classés par Familles (1803)
· Webbia (1968)
· Preslia (1964)
· Contributions to Botany (1871)
· Flora of Ecuador (1988)
· Boletim da Sociedade Broteriana (1967)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Lewu, for example chemical composition, health benefits, pregnancy safety, side effects, extract dosage, diet and recipes, 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: Lewu-ope, Lewundi samba samba.
Ends with: Gbana lewu.
Full-text: Lewu-ope, Gbana lewu.
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