Mbomba: 1 definition
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Mbomba 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) Mbomba in Tanzania is the name of a plant defined with Kigelia africana in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Tanaecium pinnatum (Jacq.) Willd. (among others).
2) Mbomba is also identified with Kigelia pinnata It has the synonym Bignonia africana Lam. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Collectanea (1789)
· Species Plantarum. (1800)
· Fetichism and fetich worshippers. (1885)
· Acta Botanica Austro Sinica (1989)
· Notulae Systematicae. (1953)
· A General History of the Dichlamydeous Plants (1838)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Mbomba, for example extract dosage, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, health benefits, side effects, chemical composition, have a look at these references.
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