Moon flower: 1 definition
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Moon flower 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)Moon flower in English is the name of a plant defined with Abutilon indicum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Sida asiatica Wall. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Blumea (1966)
· Det Kongelige Danske Videnskabernes Selskabs Naturvidenskabelige og Mathematiske Afhandlinger (1829)
· Hortus Britannicus (1826)
· Centuria II. Plantarum (1756)
· Taxon (1982)
· Mitteilungen der Botanischen Staatssammlung München (1986)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Moon flower, for example pregnancy safety, extract dosage, side effects, health benefits, chemical composition, diet and recipes, 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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Flower, Moon.
Full-text: Somavela, Nakamukkorri, Gulacandani, Kairavi, Cantirakanti, Suryaprabha, Roca, Maharoca, Ashoka, Nandaka, Sthala, Mahasthala, Suryakanta, Kattuttali.
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Search found 5 books and stories containing Moon flower; (plurals include: Moon flowers). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Significance of the Moon in Ancient Civilizations (by Radhakrishnan. P)
4. Words Connected with Moon < [Chapter 2 - A Sceintific Outlook on Astrology]
The Religion and Philosophy of Tevaram (Thevaram) (by M. A. Dorai Rangaswamy)
Chapter 13 - Thirunannilam or Tirunannilam (Hymn 98) < [Volume 3.2 - Pilgrim’s progress: to Chola]
The Skanda Purana (by G. V. Tagare)
Chapter 24 - Kāma is Burned < [Section 2 - Kaumārikā-khaṇḍa]
Reviews < [June 1944]
Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4 (by Vihari-Lala Mitra)
Chapter XCIII - Universal indifference or insouciance < [Book V - Upasama khanda (upashama khanda)]