Makoko: 1 definition
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Makoko 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) Makoko in Cameroon is the name of a plant defined with Panicum maximum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Hylebates chlorochloe (K. Schum.) Napper (among others).
2) Makoko is also identified with Pennisetum purpureum It has the synonym Gymnotrix nitens Andersson (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Botanische Jahrbücher für Systematik, Pflanzenge schichte und Pflanzengeographie (1904)
· Systema Vegetabilium (1817)
· Flore de l’Afrique du Nord (1952)
· Biologia Plantarum (1994)
· Grasses of Ceylon (1956)
· Annuario del Reale Istituto Botanico di Roma (1903)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Makoko, for example chemical composition, side effects, extract dosage, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, health benefits, have a look at these references.
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