Malampunna: 1 definition
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Malampunna 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) Malampunna in India is the name of a plant defined with Calophyllum polyanthum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Calophyllum elatum Bedd. (among others).
2) Malampunna is also identified with Dillenia pentagyna It has the synonym Dillenia hainanensis Merrill.
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Plants of the Coast of Coromandel (1795)
· Fl. Karnataka (1996)
· Journal of the Arnold Arboretum (1980)
· Bulletin of Miscellaneous Information Kew (1924)
· Journal of Natural Products
· FBI (1872)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Malampunna, for example health benefits, extract dosage, chemical composition, side effects, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, have a look at these references.
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