Moa: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Moa 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) Moa in Congo is the name of a plant defined with Ficus exasperata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Ficus asperrima Roxb. (among others).
2) Moa in Niger is also identified with Oryza sativa It has the synonym Oryza sativa var. melanacra Körn. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal de Botanique, rédigé par une société de botanistes (1813)
· Dictionary of the economic products of India (1891)
· Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences (2003)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1984)
· Landwirthschaftliche Flora (1866)
· Nomenclator Botanicus (1821)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Moa, for example side effects, diet and recipes, chemical composition, health benefits, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, 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) Moa (मोअ) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Muc.
2) Moa (मोअ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Moca.
3) Moa (मोअ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Moda.
4) Moā (मोआ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Mocā.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Moa tembo, Moaga, Moaga, Moai, Moamba, Moamba dombe, Moambe jaune, Moana, Moana, Moanari, Moarubetso, Moava, Moavana, Moavia, Moaya.
Ends with: Amoa, Amoa, Amoa, Amoa, Cherimoa, Dummoa, Kakomoa, Khon thee khamoa, Kikomoa, Kumdamoa, Mukomoa, Nimmoa, Pamoa, Sanasana samoa, Taramoa, Tataramoa.
Relevant text
Search found 2 books and stories containing Moa, Mōa, Moā, Mōā; (plurals include: Moas, Mōas, Moās, Mōās). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)
Note on the Garuḍa bird < [Notes]
The Background of Assamese Culture < [October 1950]