Mnazi: 1 definition
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Mnazi 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) Mnazi in East Africa is the name of a plant defined with Cocos nucifera in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cocos nana Griff. (among others).
2) Mnazi in Kenya is also identified with Borassus aethiopum It has the synonym Borassus sambiranensis Jum. & H. Perrier (etc.).
3) Mnazi in Tanzania is also identified with Parinari curatellifolia It has the synonym Ferolia excelsa (Sabine) Kuntze (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora of Tropical Africa (1871)
· Niger Flora (1849)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1985)
· Flora Capensis (1862)
· Kenya Trees & Shrubs (1961)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1991)
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