Mu tong: 1 definition
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Mu tong 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) Mu tong in China is the name of a plant defined with Akebia quinata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Akebia quinata fo. polyphylla (Nakai) Hiyama (among others).
2) Mu tong is also identified with Akebia trifoliata It has the synonym Akebia trifoliata var. honanensis T. Shimizu (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora Sylvatica Koreana (1936)
· Botanical Magazine (1902)
· Contributions from the Biological Laboratory of the Science Society of China: Botanical Series (1933)
· Journal of Shandong College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (1988)
· Transactions of the Linnean Society of London (1794)
· Natuurlijke Historie (1779)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Ends with: Bai mu tong, San ye mu tong.
Full-text: Bai mu tong, San ye mu tong.
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