Lihana, Lihaṇa: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Lihana 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) Lihana in Tanzania is the name of a plant defined with Hibiscus asper in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Ketmia glandulosa Moench (among others).
2) Lihana is also identified with Hibiscus cannabinus It has the synonym Ketmia glandulosa Moench (etc.).
3) Lihana is also identified with Hibiscus nigrocaulis It has the synonym Hibiscus verrucosus var. punctatus A. Rich. (etc.).
4) Lihana is also identified with Triumfetta cordifolia.
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Annuaire du Conservatoire et Jardin Botaniques de Genève (1916)
· Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society (1998)
· Systema Naturae
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Repertorium Botanices Systematicae. (1842)
· Cytologia (1982)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Lihana, for example side effects, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, extract dosage, diet and recipes, 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.
Languages of India and abroad
Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Lihaṇa (लिहण) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Lehana.
2) Lihaṇa (लिहण) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Lekhana.
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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